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Synonyms
- Cardiac C-Reactive Protein (CRP)
- High-sensitivity CRP
Test Details
Turnaround Time
Within 1 day
Use
Measurement of CRP by high sensitivity CRP assays may add to the predictive value of other markers used to assess the risk of cardiovascular and peripheral vascular disease.2-8
Special Instructions
State patient's sex on the test request form.
Limitations
Increases in CRP values are nonspecific. CRP is an indicator for a wide range of disease processes and should not be interpreted without a complete clinical history. Recent medical events resulting in tissue injury, infections, or inflammation, which may cause elevated CRP levels, should also be considered when interpreting results. Serial analysis of CRP should not be used to monitor the effects of treatment.
Methodology
Immunochemiluminometric assay (ICMA)
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Information on collection, storage, and volume
Specimen
Serum or plasma
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL (Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.)
Container
Red-top tube, gel-barrier tube, lavender-top (EDTA) tube, or green-top (heparin) tube
Storage Instructions
Room temperature
Causes for Rejection
Gross lipemia
Collection
Separate serum or plasma from cells within one hour of collection.