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HelpTest Code CRP C-Reactive Protein
Performing Laboratory
Hunterdon Medical Center Laboratory
Useful For
CRP is synthesized by the liver and is classified as an acute phase protein. The measurement of CRP is useful in the detection and evaluation of inflammatory disorders, tissue injury and infection.
CRP may also be used to detect early postoperative wound infection and to follow therapeutic response to anti-inflammatory agents.
Specimen Required
| Container/Tube | |
| Acceptable | PST (Li Hep) Gel- Mint Green Top |
| Acceptable | SST |
| Specimen Volume | 3.0 mL |
| Minimum Volume | 1.0 mL |
Specimen Type
Plasma/Serum
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Specimen Stability
| Specimen | Temperature | Time Frame |
| Plasma | Refrigerated 2-8°C | 7 days |
| Serum-gel tube | Refrigerated 2-8°C | 7 days |
Updated June 2020
Day(s) Test Set up
Monday through Sunday
Available STAT
Reference Values
0.04-0.50 mg/dL
Methodology
Particle enhanced immunoturbidimetric assay
CPT Code
86140
Loinc Code
1988-5