Test Directory
3248 C-Reactive Protein (CRP), High Sensitivity (Cardiac)
Specimen Type
Specimen Stability
Reference Range
Serum-SST
7 Days 2-8° C
<1.0 mg/L=Low Risk
1.0-3.0 mg/L=Average Risk
>3.0=High Risk
>10=Test should be repeated and patient examined for sources of inflammation, infection and/or other non-cardiovascular etiologies.
1.0-3.0 mg/L=Average Risk
>3.0=High Risk
>10=Test should be repeated and patient examined for sources of inflammation, infection and/or other non-cardiovascular etiologies.
Specimen Requirements
Preferred amount: 1.0 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum
Method
Latex immunoturbidimetry
Schedule
Mon-Sat
Turn-Around Time
24 hrs; Also offered STAT at an additional charge
Instructions/Notes
Centrifuge required?: Yes
Clinical Utility
To test for risk of heart disease.
CPT Codes
86141
