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HelpTest ID P5NT Pyrimidine 5' Nucleotidase, Blood
Useful For
Evaluation of marked basophilic stippling
Evaluation of hemolytic anemia
Method Name
Kinetic Spectrophotometry
Reporting Name
Pyrimidine 5' Nucleotidase, BSpecimen Type
Whole Blood ACD-BSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Yellow top (ACD solution B)
Acceptable: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 5 mL
Collection Instructions: Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
Specimen Minimum Volume
3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood ACD-B | Refrigerated | 20 days |
Reference Values
Normal
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
83915
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| P5NT | Pyrimidine 5' Nucleotidase, B | 2902-5 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2734 | Pyrimidine 5' Nucleotidase, B | 2902-5 |
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.Report Available
10 daysNY State Approved
YesForms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Benign Hematology Test Request Form (T755) with the specimen.