86022 Platelet antibodies
Also known as: HPA antibody, platelet alloantibody
Platelet antibody test detects antibodies against platelet antigens (human platelet antigens or HPA), used in diagnosing immune thrombocytopenia and transfusion reactions.
In Plain Language
Platelet immune test; Transfusion reaction marker
Clinical Context
Identifies platelet-specific alloimmunization in transfusion-dependent patients and immune thrombocytopenia (ITP). Helps predict platelet transfusion refractoriness.
RVU Information
CPT 86022 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
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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 86022?
CPT 86022 (Platelet antibodies) is a Pathology & Lab code. Platelet antibody test detects antibodies against platelet antigens (human platelet antigens or HPA), used in diagnosing immune thrombocytopenia and transfusion reactions.
Who uses CPT code 86022?
CPT 86022 is used by Transfusion Medicine, Hematology, Immunology. Identifies platelet-specific alloimmunization in transfusion-dependent patients and immune thrombocytopenia (ITP). Helps predict platelet transfusion refractoriness.
When is CPT 86022 used?
Identifies platelet-specific alloimmunization in transfusion-dependent patients and immune thrombocytopenia (ITP). Helps predict platelet transfusion refractoriness.
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