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Catalog ID CRP C-Reactive Protein (wide range)

CPOE Test Name

C-Reactive Protein; CRP hs

Epic EAP Test Code

LAB149

Synonyms

CRP

Specimen Type

Plasma

Specimen Requirements

5 mL light green top Lithium Heparin tube; 2 mL Blood

Causes for Rejection

Improper labeling; insufficient quantity; wrong tube; improper storage/transport

Turn Around Time

Routine: 2 – 4 hrs. Urgent/Emergent: 1 hr.

CPT / HCPCS Code

86141

Performing Lab

Core Laboratory, AD 3301 721-2120

Reference Values

0.00 - 0.500 mg/dL

Interpretation

CRP is an acute phase protein and therefore is elevated in many conditions which cause a stress to the body. These conditions include, but are not limited to bacterial infections, surgery, trauma, etc. CRP is generally NOT elevated in viral infections.