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C-Reactive Protein

Test Code
CRP


CPT Codes
86140

Preferred Specimen

Plasma - Lithium Heparin (PST)




Minimum Volume
1.0 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Serum - SST, Red top, or Tiger top


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 11 days at 20 - 25°C Refrigerated: 2 months at 2 - 8°C Frozen: 3 years at -20 °C. Freeze only once.



Last Updated: January 4, 2021


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.