C-Telopeptide (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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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)
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

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