Test Code CRP.HS C-REACTIVE PROTEIN, HIGH SENSI

Methodology

Immunoturbidimetric

Useful for assessing risk of cardiovascular disease or events. This test is not recommended for hospitalized patients.

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

Preferred:

Serum

Serum Gel Tube

Container/Tube: Serum gel tube(s)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL (minimum volume: 0.5 mL) of serum

Collection Instructions: Spin down within 4 hours of draw.

Note: Label specimen appropriately (serum).

Alternate:

Serum

Plain, Red-Top Tube

Container/Tube: Plain, red-top tube(s)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL (minimum volume: 0.5 mL) of serum

Collection Instructions: Spin down within 4 hours of draw.

Note: Label specimen appropriately (serum).

Plasma

Container/Tube: Green-top (lithium heparin) tube(s) or lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s)

Specimen Volume: 1 mL (minimum volume: 0.5 mL) of plasma

Collection Instructions: Spin down within 4 hours of draw.

Note: Label specimen appropriately (plasma).

Monday through Sunday

<1.0 mg/L (low risk)

1.0-3.0 mg/L (average risk)

>3.0 mg/L (high risk)

Logan Health Medical Center-Chemistry

86141

Refrigerate