Test Code LAB62 Creatine Kinase

Intended Use

Used in the diagnosis and treatment of myocardial infarction and muscle disease

Photometric, Creatinine Phosphate + ADP

RCH-SPH-STH-LDH-CUH

Preferred: Plasma (heparinized)

Container/tube: Lt Green/Mint top (lithium heparin) tube

Acceptable: Serum

Container: Plain, red-top or gold, serum gel tube

Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL (minimum volume 0.1 mL)

Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.

Ambient: 4 hours

Refrigerated: 8 hours

Frozen: -20C for 1 month

Monday through Sunday

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