86052 Aquaporin-4 antb cba each
Also known as: AQP4 antibody CBA, aquaporin-4 cell-based assay
Aquaporin-4 antibody cell-based assay (CBA) test uses transfected cells expressing aquaporin-4 to detect specific autoantibodies with high sensitivity and specificity.
In Plain Language
Advanced nerve disease test; Specific antibody detection
Clinical Context
Highly sensitive and specific test for neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder using live transfected cells. Preferred method with superior performance versus ELISA.
RVU Information
CPT 86052 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 86052?
CPT 86052 (Aquaporin-4 antb cba each) is a Pathology & Lab code. Aquaporin-4 antibody cell-based assay (CBA) test uses transfected cells expressing aquaporin-4 to detect specific autoantibodies with high sensitivity and specificity.
Who uses CPT code 86052?
CPT 86052 is used by Neurology, Immunology, Clinical Pathology. Highly sensitive and specific test for neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder using live transfected cells. Preferred method with superior performance versus ELISA.
When is CPT 86052 used?
Highly sensitive and specific test for neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder using live transfected cells. Preferred method with superior performance versus ELISA.
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