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HelpTest Code BFPRT Protein, Total, Body Fluid
Performing Laboratory
North Ottawa Community Hospital
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Body fluid
Container/Tube: Screw-capped container
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Additional Information: Indicate specimen source.
Reference Values
No established reference values
For any body fluid that comes from an abdominal, paracentesis, or peritoneal source that has a total protein of <2.0 g/dL, the specimen will be sent out for further testing at another facility with a lower measurable range.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Colorimetric
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Test Classification and CPT Coding
84157