C-REACTIVE PROTEIN (CRP)

Test Details

Mnemonic

CRP

Ordering Code

3000260

CPT-4 Code(s)

86140

Specimen Information

Collect

Serum separator tube (SST)

Specimen Preparation

Centrifuge, separate serum from cells and send 1.0 mL serum in a screw capped plastic vial.

Alternate Specimen

Serum: Red top

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Stability

Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 30 days
Frozen: 1 year

Methodology

Immunoturbidometric

Reference Range

<8.0 mg/L

Performing Laboratory

Quest

New York DOH Approval Status

Yes

Turnaround Time

4 - 6 days

Performed

Monday - Saturday

Legacy Code

CRP

Example Report

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Interface Map for CRP

Test Name	Ordering Code	Result Code	Component Name	LOINC Code	AOE Prompt	Units
C-Reactive Protein	3000260
		3000260	C-Reactive Protein	1998-5	No

The CPT codes provided are for general informational purposes only and are based on an interpretation of AMA guidance. It is the sole responsibility of the billing party to determine CPT codes. Any questions regarding coding should be directed to the paying party.

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