Laboratory Question for the Week of March 6, 2023

Question:

What is the intent of new code 84433?

Answer:

This new code was established for enzyme activity testing of Thiopurine S-methyltransferase (TPMT) to aid in the identification of individuals at greater risk for hepatoxicity from increased thiopurine dosage.

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