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C-Reactive Protein [Referral]

Measurement of c-reactive protein (CRP) in dogs. This test is useful to confirm the presence of underlying inflammation (particularly in the absence of other clinical or laboratory indicators of inflammation) and to monitor response to therapy.

NameC-Reactive Protein [Referral]
Code8007
SectionClinical Pathology
Species
Specimen0.5 mL fasted serum
Sampling Requirements

Collect serum from clotted blood in a non-additive tube (e.g. plain red top or serum separator). When possible, transfer clear serum off the clot into a new tube.

Collection Container

Glass or plastic tube

Packing Instructions

Label all samples with unique identifiers. 

Use cold packs during hot weather, especially if shipping serum samples on the clot. Overnight shipping is recommended.

Special Instructions

This test is performed at the Gastrointestinal Laboratory (GI Lab) at the Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in College Station, TX. Prices for tests performed outside TVMDL may not include lab accession and forwarding fees and are subject to change without notice. Turnaround times vary depending on shipping time and the referral lab's schedule.

Price$45.00
Schedule
Lab Schedule Turnaround time

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