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HelpTest Code PILINK Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria, PI-Linked Antigen, Blood
Additional Codes
St. Luke's Compendium Code (Iatric): L920.8010
St. Luke's LIS Name: PI-Linked Ag, B
Reporting Name
PNH, PI-Linked AG, BUseful For
Screening for and confirming the diagnosis of paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH)
Monitoring patients with PNH
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Whole bloodSpecimen 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.
Specimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole blood | Ambient (preferred) | 72 hours | |
| Refrigerated | 72 hours |
Reference 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%
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Test Classification
This test was developed using an analyte specific reagent. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.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
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| PLINK | PNH, PI-Linked AG, B | 90735-2 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| CK079 | Interpretation | 90739-4 |
| CK080 | PNH RBC-Partial Ag Loss | 33662-8 |
| CK081 | PNH RBC-Complete Ag Loss | 90738-6 |
| CK082 | PNH Granulocytes | 90737-8 |
| CK083 | PNH Monocytes | 90736-0 |
Report Available
1 to 3 daysMethod Name
Immunophenotyping
Additional Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| FCIMS | Flow Cytometry Interp, 9-15 Markers | No, (Bill Only) | Yes |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following forms with the specimen: