In which CPT section would you find codes for laboratory tests?

The codes for laboratory tests are found in the Pathology and Laboratory Section of the CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) coding system. This section is specifically designed to handle various laboratory services, including diagnostic tests, such as blood tests, urinalysis, microbiology, and other specimen analysis. It provides the coding framework for lab procedures that healthcare professionals use to report these tests for billing and documentation purposes.

The other sections, such as the Medicine, Surgery, and Radiology sections, focus on other medical services and interventions. For instance, the Medicine section includes categories for office visits, preventive medicine, and other non-surgical procedures, while the Surgery section encompasses invasive procedures, and the Radiology section deals with imaging services. Each section has its own specific focus and range of services, which is why the Pathology and Laboratory Section is the correct choice for laboratory test codes.