Code 84433 describes a test for thiopurine S–methyltransferase (TPMT) levels in a blood specimen. TPMT is an enzyme that can be inhibited by thiopurine drugs, possibly resulting in myelosuppression (decreased blood cell formation by bone marrow). Clinicians may test TPMT levels before prescribing thiopurine drugs to avoid this risk.
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