Creatine Kinase
Creatine Kinase
Categories
- Chemistry
- Health Assessment and Safety
General Information
| Name | Information |
|---|---|
| Code: | T494 |
| Matrix: | Serum / Plasma |
| Application: | Insurance Risk Assessment, Wellness |
| Turnaround Time: | Daily |
| Analytical - Method: | UV‑test |
| Reportable - Test Results Type: | Quantitative |
| Units - Conventional: | U/L |
Specimen Information
| Name | Information |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume: | 300 µL |
| Preferred Volume: | 500 µL |
| Rejection Criteria: | Improper labeling, improper sample handling, and wrong sample type. |
| Collection Instructions: | See “Blood Collection” |
| Collection Patient Preparation: | NA |
| Container: | Only the specimens listed below were tested and found acceptable. Serum (free from hemolysis). Nonhemolyzed serum is the specimen of choice and also recommended by IFCC. Plasma: Heparin (Li-, NH4 +) or EDTA (K2‑, K3‑) plasma. |