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hs-CRP

Test Code
10124


CPT Codes
86141

Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Plasma collected in: Sodium heparin (green-top) tube or lithium heparin (green-top) tube


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 90 days


Methodology
Immunoturbidimetric Assay

Setup Schedule
Night


Limitations
Oral contraceptives, IUDs, pregnancy, and menstruation may raise hs-CRP levels.  Levels are lowest during ovulation.


Clinical Significance

Useful in predicting risk for cardiovascular disease.





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.