Test Code LAB747A High Sensitivity Troponin I (hsTnI)
Intended Use
Used to diagnose and evaluate myocardial infarction
Methodology
Chemiluminescent Immunoassay
Performing Laboratory
RCH-SPH-STH-LDH-CUH
Specimen Requirements
Required: Plasma (heparinized)
Container/tube: Lt Green/Mint top (lithium heparin) tube
Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL (minimum volume 0.10 mL)
Collection Instructions: Forward promptly. DO NOT SEND ON GEL
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 4 hours- tightly stoppered
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Frozen: -20C for 3 days
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
84484