- Test Name
- C-Reactive Protein
- Aliases
- CRP; hsCRP; C-reactive protein, high sensitivity
- Provincial Mnemonic
- CRPHS
- LOINC Test Code
- 30522-7
- Description and Primary Use
- Screening and monitoring for inflammatory disease; infections; and for cardiovalcular disease risk assessment.
- Reorder interval
- 48h
- TAT
- ≤ 3d
- Test Cost
- Not determined
- Tier
- 1 - General Availability
- Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)
No Restrictions
- Required Consultations
- None
- Algorithms and Guidelines
None
- Special Patient Preparation
None
- Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements
No special requirements.
- Criteria for Rejection
Based on specimen condition and stability
- Laboratory Service Area
- Clinical Chemistry
- Performing Laboratory / Site
- Category 2, 3, 4 laboratory sites only
- Last Updated
- 11-Sep-17