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HelpTest Code PLINK Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria, PI-Linked Antigen, Blood
Specimen Required
Specimen must arrive within 3 days of collection.
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Yellow top (ACD solution A or B)
Acceptable: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 2.6 mL
Collection Instructions: Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
CMH COLLECTION: 6 mL in ACD B yellow top vacutainer
Specimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole blood | Ambient (preferred) | 72 hours | |
| Refrigerated | 72 hours |
Useful For
Screening for and confirming the diagnosis of paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH)
Monitoring patients with PNH
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Fully Clotted | Reject |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysReporting Name
PNH, PI-Linked AG, BReference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
RED BLOOD CELLS:
PNH RBC-Partial Antigen loss: 0.00-0.99%
PNH RBC-Complete Antigen loss: 0.00-0.01%
PNH Granulocytes: 0.00-0.01%
PNH Monocytes: 0.00-0.05%
Method Name
Immunophenotyping
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
88184-Flow cytometry, RBC x 1
88184-Flow cytometry, WBC x 1
88185-Flow cytometry, additional marker (each), RBC x 1
88185-Flow cytometry, additional marker (each), WBC x 6
88188-Flow Cytometry Interpretation, 9-15 Markers x 1
Additional Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| FCIMS | Flow Cytometry Interp, 9-15 Markers | No, (Bill Only) | Yes |