BETA CROSS
C-Telopeptide, Beta-Cross-Linked, Serum
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3594
Synonyms:
Beta-Cross Links,
CTX
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Patient Preparation:
Patient should fast for 12 hours before specimen collection.
Container Type:
Plain red top (Preferred), serum gel
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
1 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.75 mL
Collection Procedure:
Collect specimen prior to 10 a.m.
Specimen Processing:
Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Store and Transport:
Frozen
Stability:
Frozen - 90 days
Refrigerated - 72 hours
CPT Codes:
82523 - C-Telopeptide (EAP 30021349)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Saturday
Turnaround Time:
2-4 days
Method:
Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay (ECLIA)