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85675 Thrombin time titer

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: TT titer, serial thrombin time

Thrombin time titer test sequentially dilutes plasma before thrombin addition to measure the degree of fibrinogen defect or anticoagulant effect quantitatively.

In Plain Language

Strength measurement of fibrinogen; Concentration clotting test

Clinical Context

Quantifies the severity of fibrinogen deficiency, liver disease, or heparin effect. Used in disseminated intravascular coagulation management and coagulation disorder diagnosis.

RVU Information

CPT 85675 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

Hemostasis/ThrombosisClinical PathologyCritical Care

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 85675?

CPT 85675 (Thrombin time titer) is a Pathology & Lab code. Thrombin time titer test sequentially dilutes plasma before thrombin addition to measure the degree of fibrinogen defect or anticoagulant effect quantitatively.

Who uses CPT code 85675?

CPT 85675 is used by Hemostasis/Thrombosis, Clinical Pathology, Critical Care. Quantifies the severity of fibrinogen deficiency, liver disease, or heparin effect. Used in disseminated intravascular coagulation management and coagulation disorder diagnosis.

When is CPT 85675 used?

Quantifies the severity of fibrinogen deficiency, liver disease, or heparin effect. Used in disseminated intravascular coagulation management and coagulation disorder diagnosis.

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