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CRP, High Sensitive

Test Code
CRPHS


Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Heparinized plasma


Transport Container
Serum separator tube (SST)


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Specimen Stability
 Ambient: 7 days
Refrigerated: 7 days


Methodology
Immunoturbidimetric

Setup Schedule
24/7


Report Available
Same day


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


Reference Range
<5.0 mg/dL


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.