Syphilis Screen Panel

Test Code: TD_9310
CPT Code(s): 86592, 86780 If RPR Reactive, Add 86593.

$25

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

N/A

Test Includes

T. PALLIDUM – PA
RPR with reflex titer

Methodology

RPR: Automated qualitative non-treponemal flocculation test.
T. pallidum – PA: Semi-quantitative particle agglutination.

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis
Turbid samples
Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles

Reference Range(s)

Non-Reactive

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

Serum separator tube

Minimum Volume

3 mL serum

Sample Stability

RPR: 5 days room temperature; 7 days refrigerated; 2 weeks frozen. Allow no more than 2 freeze/thaw cycles
T. pallidum – PA: 5 days room temperature; 7 days refrigerated; indefinite frozen

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

N/A