Question:
How do we select between codes 88187-88189 for proper reporting?
Answer:
Codes 88187, 88188, and 88189 are intended to describe flow cytometry interpretation. Select the appropriate code based on the number of markers interpreted. Documentation of each marker interpretation is required.
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