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86590 Streptokinase antibody

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: streptokinase antibody, SK antibody

Streptokinase antibody detection measuring immune response to streptokinase enzyme, clinically relevant in thrombolytic therapy.

In Plain Language

blood clot treatment antibody test; streptokinase immunity

Clinical Context

Detects prior streptokinase exposure and measures neutralizing antibodies. Elevated antibodies may reduce streptokinase efficacy in acute myocardial infarction treatment. Important for patients considering repeat thrombolytic therapy.

RVU Information

CPT 86590 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

CardiologyImmunologyPathology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 86590?

CPT 86590 (Streptokinase antibody) is a Pathology & Lab code. Streptokinase antibody detection measuring immune response to streptokinase enzyme, clinically relevant in thrombolytic therapy.

Who uses CPT code 86590?

CPT 86590 is used by Cardiology, Immunology, Pathology. Detects prior streptokinase exposure and measures neutralizing antibodies. Elevated antibodies may reduce streptokinase efficacy in acute myocardial infarction treatment. Important for patients considering repeat thrombolytic therapy.

When is CPT 86590 used?

Detects prior streptokinase exposure and measures neutralizing antibodies. Elevated antibodies may reduce streptokinase efficacy in acute myocardial infarction treatment. Important for patients considering repeat thrombolytic therapy.

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