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Test Code LAB149 C-Reactive Protein

Specimen Requirement

1.0 ml serum or lithium heparin plasma; SST or PST are acceptable

Specimen Stability

15 days at 20-25° C

2 months at 2-8° C

Testing Schedule

Daily

Reference Range

<0.5 mg/dL

Testing Department

Chemistry

Method

Latex Immunassay

CPT Code

86140

Additional Testing Locations

This test is also performed daily at the following Altru Clinics:

  • Devils Lake
  • Crookston

Please contact appropriate lab location for specific test information, as methodology varies by site.

Outpatient Turnaround Time

24 hours after receipt

Inpatient STAT Turnaround Time

60 minutes after receipt

Inpatient Routine Turnaround Time

4 hours after receipt