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Test Code CRP C Reactive Protein

Clinical Indications

This test is used to assess inflammation. Please do not confuse with Protein C Activity.

Additional Test Codes

Epic Order Name: C Reactive Protein (CRP)
Sunquest Order Code: CRP
Epic Px Code: LAB2106

Specimen Collection Type

Preferred: Mint
Acceptable: Gold

Minimum Collection Volume

1 mL

Reference Range

<1.00 mg/dL

Critical Value

N/A

Interpretation

N/A

Rejection Criteria

Gross Hemolysis

Specimen Availability for Add-on Testing

2 Days

Specimen Stability

60 Days Refrigerated

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Sunday

Performing Lab- Department

TUKHS-BH-Chemistry

CPT Code

86140

LOINC Code

1988-5

Test Alias

N/A

Additional Information / Notes

Specimens collected in a serum gel tube or lithium heparin gel tube must be centrifuged within 3 hours of collection. Serum gel should clot for 30 minutes prior to being centrifuged.