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HelpTest Code CRP C-Reactive Protein (CRP), Plasma or Serum
Performing Laboratory
NRL-Chemistry
Methodology
Turbidometric
Specimen Requirements
Preferred:
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Mint-green top (lithium heparin)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Alternate (Non-Hospital Patient):
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Gold top, serum gel
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Reference Values
0.2-9.9 mg/dL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday:
Turnaround Time:
STAT-45 minutes
Routine-shift
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86140