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CARDIAC PROFILE

Test Code
CARP


CPT Codes
82550; 83615

Includes
  • CK
  • LDH


Preferred Specimen
1 Gold tube (gel separator)


Minimum Volume
0.6 mL serum


Instructions
Centrifuge for complete separation of serum and red cells. Separate and refrigerate until tested.


Specimen Stability
2-8°C up to 7 days


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Hemolyzed


Methodology
See individual tests

Setup Schedule
M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun


Report Available
Within 24 hours of receipt at the performing laboratory.


Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab  
NCHB1 (Chemistry, Beckman AU)


Last Updated: June 8, 2023


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.