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C-Telopeptide (Blood)

Alternate Names
Carboxyterminal crosslinked telopeptide of type 1 collagen, CTX, beta crosslaps, C Telopeptide
Test Code
CTX
Testing Laboratory
Biochemistry
Specimen Type

Blood

Container Type

Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)

Container Image
Medicare Rebate

Yes

Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information

C-Telopeptide is a marker of bone resorption

A request for Bone Markers will result in the assay of both C-Telopeptide and P1NP.

Collection Instructions

A fasting sample is preferred but not obligatory.

For long term monitoring, it is recommended that samples are collected at the same time of the day.

Other serum tests can be collected into the same tube.

Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
Three times per week
Min Test Volume
1mL
Add On Test Suitability

This test cannot be added after 72 hours of collection.

Container ID
S, SP
CSR Instructions

Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions

  • Transport to the Heidelberg Laboratory at 4°C
Laboratory Instructions
None
Accredited Test
Yes