C-Reactive Protein
Test Code
CRP
Description
C-Reactive Protein assay is for in vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative determination of the concentration of C-reactive protein in human serum and/or plasma. Such measurements are used in the evaluation of infection, tissue injury, inflammatory disorders, and associated diseases.Increases in C-reactive protein values are non-specific for many disease processes and should not be interpreted without a complete clinical evaluationCollect
Plain red top or SST tube. Preferred volume: 1 mL serumPediatric Collection
Minimum volume: 0.1 mL serumStorage Transport Temp
Onsite [NJH]: Transport to lab within 1 hour.Offsite: Separate serum from cells within 2 hours by centrifuge and aliquot into a labeled polypropylene or similar plastic tube.
Offsite: Frozen. Send serum Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container on dry ice.
Stability
Stability after cell separation:3 days refrigerated at 4-8°C
Up to 6 months frozen at ≤ -20°C
Performed
Monday - FridayMethodology
TurbidimetricTurnaround Time
4 hour routine, 1 hour STATSynonyms
CRP; (C-Reactive Protien)Study Offerings
Not offered
Reference Interval
All: < 5.0 mg/L
CPT Code
86161New York Approved
FDA Approved or Cleared
FDA
Approved or Cleared