Test Code LAB150 C-Reactive Protein, High Sensitivity
Specimen Requirement
1.0 mL serum or Lithium Heparin plasma; SST and PST are acceptable.
Specimen Stability
15 days at 20-25° C
2 months at 2-8° C
Testing Schedule
Daily
Reference Range
Low Risk: <1.0 mg/L
Average Risk: 1.0 – 3.0 mg/L
High Risk: >3.0 mg/L
Testing Department
Chemistry
Method
Latex Immunoassay
CPT Code
86141
Outpatient Turnaround Time
24 hours after receipt
Inpatient STAT Turnaround Time
60 minutes after receipt
Inpatient Routine Turnaround Time
4 hours after receipt