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C-Reactive Protein, Ultra Sensitive

Test Code
CRPUS


CPT Codes
86141

Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL serum


Transport Container
Gold Top Tube/Serum Seperator tube


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Methodology
Particle enhanced immuno-turbidimetric assay.

Reference Range
<0.5 mg/dL


Clinical Significance
Ultra Sensitive C-Reactive Protein is a measure of low-level inflammation that adds to the predictive value of other markers used to assess the risk of
cardiovascular and peripheral vascular 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.