C-reactive protein, high sensitivity (hsCRP)
- Test Name:
- C-reactive protein, high sensitivity (hsCRP)
- Collection Device/Tube Type:
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1. EDM Base Lab: 5 mL blood - GOLD SST (gel)
2. CGY DSC: 4.5 mL blood - MINT LIHEP PST (gel)
- Comments:
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NOTES:
- hsCRP specimens normally routed to Edmonton Hub Lab (Base Lab) only, are being temporarily routed to the University of Alberta Hospital (UAH) Core Chemistry Laboratory and performed on the Roche (hsCRP assay).
Refer to: Temporary collection information - The preferred tube type at each testing site is acceptable at the alternate sites
- hsCRP specimens normally routed to Edmonton Hub Lab (Base Lab) only, are being temporarily routed to the University of Alberta Hospital (UAH) Core Chemistry Laboratory and performed on the Roche (hsCRP assay).
- Submission Requirements:
- 1 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma
- Frequency of Testing:
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Daily
- Reference Range:
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No reference interval available
Interpret according to most recent cardiovascular clinical practice guidelines - Comments:
- Levels of CRP greater than 8 mg/L likely indicate active inflammation or the presence of a chronic inflammatory condition, which can invalidate the prediction of coronary risk
- Last Reviewed:
- 26 September 2024
