CTx / Beta-Cross Laps / Collagen C Telopeptide / Collagen Type 1-C Telopeptide
Methodology:
Electrochemiluminescent Immunoassay (ECLIA)
Edit Date:
11/16/2010
Performed:
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Released:
1-4 days after setup at PeaceHealth Laboratories’ reference lab.
CPT Code:
82523-90
Specimen Collection Details
Collection:
One 7.5 mL serum separator tube (SST). Also acceptable: One 4 mL green top tube (sodium heparin) or one 6 mL pink top tube (EDTA K2. NOTE: Draw specimen at least 8 hours after last biotin dose.
Handling:
Allow to clot, centrifuge and separate serum into a plastic vial. Freeze.
Stability:
8 hours ambient, 8 hours refrigerated, or 3 months frozen.
Standard Volume:
1 mL serum or plasma.
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL serum or plasma
Transport:
Frozen on dry ice.
Rejection Criteria:
Hemolysis; specimen from in-patient receiving biotin doses > 5 mg/day.