Troponin (cTnI)

Test Code
TROP


Preferred Specimen
Plasma or Serum, 0.5 mL minimum


Transport Container
Green top tube containing Lithium Heparin or SST


Transport Temperature
Specimen stable at room temp. for 4 hours, 1 day refrigerated and longer if frozen.


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges. Critical Value: All positives


Clinical Significance
Cardiac troponin I determinations aid in the diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.