Troponin T

Test ID: 

703132

CPT code:

84484

Synonyms:

Cardiac Troponin T

Clinical Use:

Detect cardiac injury; predict mortality in cases of unstable angina; serve as a marker for perioperative myocardial infarction

Specimen Type:

Serum, frozen

Requested Volume: 

0.8 mL

Minimum Volume: 

0.3 mL

Container Type: 

Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube

Collection:

If a red-top tube is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube.

Storage Instructions:

Freeze.

Stability Requirements:

Stable refrigerated for 24 hours. Stable frozen for 12 months. Freeze/thaw cycles: x1.

Rejection Criteria

Citrate plasma specimen; improper labeling