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HelpTest Code LAB150 C-Reactive Protein, High Sensitivity, Serum
Additional Codes
Cardiac CRP
Cardio CRP
Reporting Name
C-Reactive Protein, High Sens, SSCH Clinical System Name: High Sensitivity CRP
Useful For
Assessment of risk of developing myocardial infarction in patients presenting with acute coronary syndromes
Assessment of risk of developing cardiovascular disease or ischemic events in individuals who do not manifest disease at present
Ordering Guidance
This assay should be used to assess risk of cardiovascular disease or events.
To monitor or assess other inflammatory disorders, order CRP / C-Reactive Protein (CRP), Serum.
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Collect 2.0 mL in a Gold or Gold Microtainer.
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
TAT: 3 - 4 days
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Method Name
Immunoturbidimetry
Method Description
This is a particle-enhanced immunoturbidimetric assay. Human C-reactive protein (CRP) agglutinates with latex particles coated with monoclonal anti-CRP antibodies. The precipitate is determined turbidimetrically.(Package insert: Cardiac C-Reactive Protein (Latex) High Sensitive. Roche Diagnostics; V15.0, 04/2024)
Reference Values
≥18 years: <2.0 mg/L
Reference values have not been established for patients who are younger than 18 years.
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
86141
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| HSCRP | C-Reactive Protein, High Sens, S | 30522-7 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| HSCRP | C-Reactive Protein, High Sens, S | 30522-7 |
Report Available
Same day/1 to 2 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Cardiovascular Test Request Form (T724) with the specimen.
Aliases: C Reactive Protein (CRP), Cardiac; C Reactive Protein, High Sensitivity; C-Reactive Prot, High Sens, Serum; C-Reactive Protein (CRP); C-Reactive Protein, Cardio; C-Reactive Protein, Sensitive; Cardio C-Reactive Protein; Cardiac CRP; Cardio CRP; CRP Cardiac; CRP, High Sensitivity; CRP, Highly Sensitive, (hs-CRP), Serum; CRP, Ultra-Sensitive, Serum; High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP); Protein, C-Reactive; Sensitive C-Reactive Protein; Ultra-Sensitive C-Reactive Protein (CRP)