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C-Reactive Protein (CRP) High Sensitivity, Plasma or Serum
Test Code394
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
</= 3.00 mg/L
RISK ASSESSMENT PER AHA/CDC GUIDELINES:
Low risk <1.00 mg/L
Average risk 1.00 – 3.00 mg/L
High risk >3.00 mg/L
RISK ASSESSMENT PER AHA/CDC GUIDELINES:
Low risk <1.00 mg/L
Average risk 1.00 – 3.00 mg/L
High risk >3.00 mg/L
Performed By
CoxHealth
