ZPP – “Zinc Protoporphyrin” replaced by ZPPWB – “Zinc Protoporphyrin (ZPP), Whole Blood”

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Inactivated/Replace Test

Effective Date

11/12/2024

Included in Report

WML Test Directory Update | October 2024

Replacement Test

ZINC PROTOPORPHYRIN (ZPP), WHOLE BLOOD

Inactivated Test Details

Mnemonic

ZPP

Ordering Code

1001550

CPT-4 Codes(s)

84202

Replacement Test Details

Mnemonic

ZPPWB

Ordering Code

3600422

CPT-4 Codes(s)

84202

Turnaround Time
3 - 6 days
Performed
Monday - Friday
Legacy Code
ZPPWB
Example Report
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Specimen Information

Collect

Lavender EDTA

Specimen Preparation

Send 3.0 mL whole blood in the original collection tube.

Alternate Specimen

Whole Blood: Royal blue (K2EDTA), Royal blue (NaHep), Tan (K2EDTA), Pink (K2EDTA).

Minimum Volume

0.2 mL

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Rejection Criteria

Hemolyzed, clotted or frozen samples

Stability

Room temperature: 30 hours
Refrigerated: 5 weeks
Frozen: Unacceptable

Methodology

Quantitative Hematofluorometry
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Reference Range

0-69 μmol ZPP/ mol Hem
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Performing Laboratory

ARUP
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New York DOH Approval Status

Yes
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Interface Map for ZPPWB

Test Name Ordering Code Result Code Component Name LOINC Code AOE Prompt Units
Zinc Protoporphyrin (ZPP), Whole Blood3600422
3600422Zinc Protoporphyrin (ZPP), Whole Blood 29763-0No

The CPT codes provided are for general informational purposes only and are based on an interpretation of AMA guidance. It is the sole responsibility of the billing party to determine CPT codes. Any questions regarding coding should be directed to the paying party.

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