82978 Assay of glutathione
Also known as: glutathione level, serum glutathione
Laboratory assay measuring glutathione concentration in serum or plasma for assessment of antioxidant status and oxidative stress.
In Plain Language
antioxidant protection test
Clinical Context
Used in assessment of oxidative stress, nutritional status, and evaluation of detoxification capacity.
RVU Information
CPT 82978 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
Lab and pathology codes require an order from the treating provider with clinical indication. For molecular pathology and genetic testing, document the specific analytes tested and clinical rationale.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Pathology & Lab category, 94% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 82978?
CPT 82978 (Assay of glutathione) is a Pathology & Lab code. Laboratory assay measuring glutathione concentration in serum or plasma for assessment of antioxidant status and oxidative stress.
Who uses CPT code 82978?
CPT 82978 is used by pathology, toxicology. Used in assessment of oxidative stress, nutritional status, and evaluation of detoxification capacity.
When is CPT 82978 used?
Used in assessment of oxidative stress, nutritional status, and evaluation of detoxification capacity.
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