High Sensitivity Troponin I
Test Code
TROPL
Description
Recommended test for the diagnosis and management of acute coronary syndrome.
Collect
Plain red top or SST tube.
Preferred volume: 1 mL serum
Pediatric Collection
Minimum volume: 1 mL serum
Storage Transport Temp
Onsite [NJH]: Transport to lab within 1 hour. Do not centrifuge.
Offsite: Send sample Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container on an ice pack. DO NOT freeze sample. Specimen must be received in the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
Stability
Stability after cell separation:
8 hours at RT (15-25°C)
7 days refrigerated 2-8°C
3 months frozen at ≤ -20°C
Performed
Monday - Friday
Methodology
Chemiluminescent Magnetic Immunoassay
Turnaround Time
4 hour routine, 1 hour STAT
Department
Core Lab
Synonyms
TROP
Study Offerings
Not offered
Reference Interval
≤ 47 pg/mL
CPT Code
84484
New York Approved
FDA Approved or Cleared
FDA
Approved or Cleared