C-Reactive Protein (CRP), Cardiac

Test ID: 

702867

CPT code:

86141

Synonyms:

C-Reactive Protein (CRP), High Sensitivity (Cardiac Risk Assessment)

Cardiac C-Reactive Protein (CRP)

High-sensitivity CRP

Clinical Use:

Measurement of CRP by high sensitivity CRP assays may add to the predictive value of other markers used to assess the risk of cardiovascular and peripheral vascular disease.

Specimen Type:

Serum or plasma

Requested Volume: 

1 mL

Minimum Volume: 

0.5 mL

Container Type: 

Red-top tube, gel-barrier tube, lavender-top (EDTA) tube, or green-top (heparin) tube

Collection:

Separate serum or plasma from cells within one hour of collection.

Expected Turnaround Time:

1 to 2 Days

Storage Instructions:

Room temperature

Stability Requirements:

Rejection Criteria

Gross lipemia