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Reticulin Measurement, 30-Minute Postprocedure Concentration (Procedure, Specimen, and Method Not Specified)

Published: August 9, 2026Updated: August 16, 2026

This appears to measure reticulin 30 minutes after an RF-guided procedure. The compressed code does not clearly identify the specimen or laboratory method.

Quick summary

["The result likely reflects reticulin measured shortly after a procedure, but the exact sampling conditions are unclear from the code."]

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Key facts at a glance

LOINC
43475-3
Short code
RF Guided BD+PD Endo--30m p con ret IB
Synonyms
RF Guided BD+PD Endo--30m p con ret IB
Category
liver
Sample
serum
Container
Red-top tube (SST)
Units
N/A
Fasting
false
Population
adult
Sex
all
Age range
18–65 years
Method
rf
CPT
86430
Specimen volume
5 mL
Stability
Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
Hemolysis max
500
Lipemia max
1000
Icterus max
500
TAT
4–24 hours
Order
routine

What is this test?

Reticulin is a structural fiber found in supporting tissues, including the liver, lungs, and bone marrow. This code appears to describe a reticulin measurement obtained 30 minutes after an RF-guided procedure, although the exact procedure and specimen are not clearly encoded.

Why might I need this test?

Reticulin testing may be used with a biopsy to evaluate the amount and pattern of supportive tissue fibers. Clinicians may use it when investigating fibrosis, scarring, or a condition that affects the structure of an organ.

How is the test performed?

The specimen could be blood or tissue, but the compressed code does not specify which. If it refers to a procedure, a sample may be collected 30 minutes afterward and examined using a validated laboratory method; your healthcare professional can confirm the exact process.

How do I prepare for the test?

No specific preparation can be determined from this code alone. Follow the instructions provided for the related procedure, and ask whether fasting, medication changes, or timing of the specimen collection are required.

Clinical interpretation

How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.

◆Associated findings1

Short name

Reticulin concentration

Frequently asked questions

Does this code identify the specimen used?
No. The compressed code does not clearly identify a specimen, so it may represent either a blood measurement or analysis of a procedure-related tissue sample.
What does “30-minute postprocedure” mean?
It appears to indicate that the specimen was collected 30 minutes after a procedure. The healthcare team should verify the actual collection time and procedure.
Can a reticulin result diagnose a specific condition?
No. Reticulin findings are usually interpreted alongside other pathology, imaging, and clinical information because abnormal results are not specific to one disease.
  1. 1
    MedlinePlus — Laboratory TestsSource
  2. 2
    Lab Tests OnlineSource
  3. 3
    Mayo Clinic — Tests & ProceduresSource

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