RPR Non-Reflex

Test Code: TD_3499

CPT Code(s): 86592

$10

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

RPR non-reflex to titer
RPR screen only
RPR without titer
Syphilis Screen

Test Includes

RPR

Methodology

Automated qualitative non-treponemal flocculation test

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis
Turbid samples

Reference Range(s)

Non-Reactive

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

Serum Separator Tube

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL serum

Sample Stability

5 days room temperature
7 days refrigerated
2 weeks frozen. Allow no more than 2 freeze/thaw cycles

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Collection Instructions

Allow SST to clot in an upright position for
at least 30 minutes, then centrifuge sample within 2 hours
of collection. Refrigerate.

Alternative Specimen

3 mL serum from a plain red top tube. Allow sample to clot in an upright position for at least 60 minutes, then centrifuge sample and transfer serum to a plastic transport tube within 2 hours of collection. Clearly label tube as serum from a plain red top tube. Refrigerate.