| 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. |
Specimen Requirements
Preferred amount: 1.0 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum |
Method
Latex immunoturbidimetry
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Schedule
Mon-Sat
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Turn-Around Time
24 hrs; Also offered STAT at an additional charge
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Instructions/Notes
Centrifuge required?: Yes
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Clinical Utility
To test for risk of heart disease.
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CPT Codes
86141
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