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CK-MB

Overview of Test

Quantitative determination of CK-MB levels in human serum

Author

Kathryn

Specimen Types

Serum

Test Number

4101

Expected Turn Around Time

1 Day

CPT Codes

82553

Special Instructions

N/A

Preferred Volume

1 mL

Minimum Volume

0.7 mL

Collection Container or Device

Serum Separator Tube

Collection Instructions Attached

No collection instructions attached

Storage Details/ Stability Requirements

Temperature
Room Temp: (15-30°C)
Refrigeration: (2-8°C)
Time Period
8 hours
48 hours

Transport Requirements

Refrigerated

Causes For Rejection

Gross Hemolysis; Gross Lipemia

Methodology

Two-site immunoenzymatic (“sandwich”) assay; Chemiluminescent substrate added to measure reaction with a luminometer

Collection Instructions If Written

Allow SST to clot in upright position for 30 minutes, centrifuge sample within 2 hours of collection, refrigerate.

Department

Blood

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