712

Test CODE NAME

712

Creatine kinase-MB (CK-MB)

Methodology: Immunoassay
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: 1-2 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Serum Separator Tube (SST)  
Specimen Preparation: Allow blood samples to clot (15 mins). Separate the serum from the cells by centrifuging for 10 minutes. Store serum at 2-8°C until analysis. 
Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated 
Stability: Tightly cap and refrigerate specimens at 2 to 8°C if the assay is not completed within 4 hours. Freeze samples at or below -20°C if the sample is not assayed within 48 hours. 

NOTE: * This test is approved for all states. * 

Performing Laboratory
Accu Reference Medical Laboratory
CPT Code(s): 82553