305

Test CODE NAME

305

Rapid Plasma Reagin (RPR)

Methodology: Charcoal flocculation
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: 1-2 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Serum Separator Tube (SST).
 

Specimen Preparation: Allow serum tube to clot completely at room temperature. Separate serum or plasma from cells within 2 hours of collection. 

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.
Stability : After separation from cells:  Refrigerated: 1 week, Frozen 1 month

Causes for Rejection:   Hemolysis
Note: This test is approved for NY . 
Performing Lab
Accu Reference Medical Laboratory
CPT Code(s): 86592