C-Reactive Protein [Referral]

Referral tests are not performed at TVMDL; a processing and delivery/handling fee will apply.

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.

0.5 mL fasted serum

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.

Glass or plastic tube

Label all samples with unique identifiers. 

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

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