Bone Markers (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Bone Markers (Blood)

Alternate Names	Bone Remodelling Markers, Bone Turnover Markers, Bone Profile
Test Code	CTX, P1NP
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	When Bone Markers are requested, the laboratory will perform two tests, P1NP and C-Telopeptide, on serum. See the individual test entries for details. Austin Pathology does not accept urine samples for Bone Marker studies, and will not refer such requests on to other laboratories for testing.
Collection Instructions	For C-Telopeptide, 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.
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Weekly
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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