C-Reactive Protein (CRP) High Sensitivity, Plasma or Serum

Test Code
394


CPT Codes
86141

Preferred Specimen


Plasma
Container/Tube: Green-top (heparin) tube(s)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL (minimum volume: 0.5 mL) of plasma
Collection Instructions: Fasting or nonfasting. Avoid hemolysis.
Note: 1. Indicate plasma. 2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).

Serum
Container/Tube: Serum gel tube(s)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL (minimum volume: 0.5 mL) of serum
Collection Instructions: Fasting or nonfasting. Avoid hemolysis.
Note: 1. Indicate serum. 2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).
 




Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Methodology
Nephelometry

Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday


Reference Range
RISK ASSESSMENT PER AHA/CDC GUIDELINES:
<0.10 mg/dL (Low risk)
0.10-0.30 mg/dL (Average risk)
>0.30 mg/dL (High risk)
>1.00 mg/dL (Acute inflammation)


Performed By
CoxHealth



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