C TELO
C-Telopeptide, Beta-Cross-Linked, Serum
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3594
Synonyms:
Beta-Cross Links,
CTX
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Gel-barrier tube
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.3 mL
Specimen Processing:
Separate the serum from the cells within 60 minutes of collection.
Store and Transport:
Frozen
Stability:
Frozen - 2 years (Freeze/Thaw cycles: stable x6)
Refrigerated - 14 days
Room temperature - 1 day
CPT Codes:
82523 - C-Telopeptide (EAP 30021349)
Method:
Immunochemiluminometric Assay (ICMA)