CPT® Code 82679

The CPT® Code 82679 refers to a laboratory test specifically designed to measure the concentration of estrone, an important estrogen hormone, in the blood. Estrone plays a crucial role in various physiological processes and is particularly significant in the context of reproductive health. In females, this test is utilized to assist in the diagnosis of several medical conditions, including ovarian tumors, Turner's syndrome, and hypopituitarism, which can affect hormonal balance and reproductive function. In males, the measurement of estrone is instrumental in evaluating the underlying causes of gynecomastia, a condition characterized by the enlargement of breast tissue, as well as in detecting estrogen-producing tumors that may influence hormonal levels. The test is performed by obtaining a blood sample through a procedure known as venipuncture, which is separately reportable. The analysis of estrone can be conducted using either plasma or serum samples, and the measurement is typically carried out using mass spectrometry, a highly sensitive and specific analytical technique that allows for accurate quantification of hormone levels in the bloodstream.