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Test Code CRP HS C-Reactive Protein; High Sensitivity

Aliases

CRP High Sensitivity 

Patient Preparation

No special patient preparation required

Collection Method

Venous collection

Minimum Volume

1 mL

Container

Lt Green / Plasma Separator / Lithium Heparin

Preferred Specimen

Light Green Top (lithium heparin) plasma

Acceptable Specimens

Serum:

  • Gold Top SST
  • Red Top


Plasma:

  • Light Geen Top (lithium heparin)

 

Reference or Target Ranges

Normal: ≤ 3.0 mg/L

Reportable Units

mg/L

Critical Value

Not defined for this assay

Reasons for Rejection

 

Hemolysis Threshold 500 mg/dL
Icterus Threshold 30 mg/dL
Lipemia Threshold 1000 mg/dL
Other QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type, other reasons determined by qualified lab personnel

Specimen Stability

Ambient 3 days
Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) 6 months

Performance Information

Days and Time Performed 24/7
Expected Turn Around Time Routine: 4 hours
Stat Availability No
Performing Bench CRMC Chemistry
Methodology/Method Description Siemens Atellica

CPT Codes

86141