Test Code LAB149 C-Reactive Protein (CRP) Acute Phase
Performing Laboratory
Barnes-Jewish Hospital Laboratory
Methodology
Particle enhanced immunoturbidimetric assay
Literature References:
Package insert: Cardiac C-reactive protein CRPHS. Roche Corporation 02/2022.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Mint green top
Specimen Volume: Full tube
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Turnaround Time:
STAT: not available
Routine: results available 2-4 hours of receipt
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86140
Reference Values
Normal: </= 10 mg/L
Literature Reference:
Package insert: Cardiac C-reactive protein CRPHS. Roche Corporation 02/2022.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Additional Information
Minimum Volume:1.5 mL of serum
Alternate Tube:
1 full plain red top
Analyte Stability:
See analyte stability chart.
Laboratory Processing Instructions:
Test performed in BJH Core Lab. Processed by automated line for delivery to the Cobas 8000. Completed specimens are stored refrigerated for 5 days.
LOINC Code Information
Name | LOINC Code |
C reactive protein | 1988-5 |