C-Reactive Protein (CRP)
Code:
CRP
Sample Type:
Serum (Gold Top)
Minimum volume: 1 mL
Ref Ranges/Units:
<5 mg/L
Results >100 mg/L in patients <16 years will be telephoned to the requesting clinician.
Results >250 mg/L in patients >16 years will be telephoned to the requesting clinician (GP only).
Turnaround:
Same Day (60 minutes from receipt for Urgent Samples)
Stability:
2 weeks 15-25°C
3 weeks at 2-8°C
12 months at –20°C
Special Precautions/Comments:
Additional Information:
CRP is an acute phase protein which is rapidly synthesised by the liver during inflammatory processes. It is involved in activation of the classical complement pathway. CRP is therefore a useful non-specific marker of inflammation.
South of Tyne & Wear Pathology Centre
