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HelpTest Code CRPHI C-Reactive Protein, High Sensitivity
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB150
Epic Description: HIGH SENSITIVITY CRP (CARDIAC CRP)
Synonym
CRP, Ultrasensitive
Ultraquant CRP
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Green, Lithium Heparin with Inert Gel |
4.5 mL | 1.0 mL |
| Alternate | Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel OR Red Micro, No anticoagulant, No gel | 4.5 mL | 1.0 mL |
| Preferred Micropuncture | Green Micro, Lithium Heparin with Inert Gel | 2 X 0.6 mL | 1 X 0.6 mL |
| Alternate Micropuncture | Red Micro, No anticoagulant, No gel | 2 X 0.6 mL | 1 X 0.6 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. If holding overnight, aliquot plasma or serum into plastic vial and refrigerate. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs.
Aliquot Requirements
Plasma or Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.5 mL
Performing Lab
LSU Chemistry Lab
Assay Frequency
24/7
Routine Turnaround Time
24 hours
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Transport to laboratory. If holding overnight, aliquot supernatant into plastic vial.
CPT Code Information
86141