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HelpTest Code TPF Protein, Total, Body Fluid
Methodology
Photometric
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube: Green-top (sodium heparin) tube or plain, red-top tube
Collection Instructions:
Note: Indicate specimen source.
Transport refrigerated.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Reference Values
<3 g/dL
Serous fluid/serum ratio
Exudates: >0.5
Transudates: <0.5
Test Classification and CPT Coding
84155
Performing Laboratory
Beebe Healthcare Laboratory
Performing Location
Beebe Healthcare Laboratory
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate