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Test Directory Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide, CCP, AB, IgG

Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide, CCP, AB, IgG

Test Summary

CCP IgG (cyclic citrullinated peptide) is present inpatients with Rheumatoid Arthritis. This test is more specific than rheumatoid factor when used for diagnosing Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Aliases

Anti-CCP

Specimen Collection

Special Instructions

N/A

Preferred Specimen

2 mL serum (minimum 0.5 mL)

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Instructions

SST or Red top: Avoid hemolysis. Invert a minimum of 5 times, then allow to clot in an upright position for 30 minutes. Centrifuge the tube for at least 10 minutes. Keep tightly stoppered.

Patient Preparation

N/A

Storage

SST (speckled top), Red top , Plastic Vial (transfer) tube

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (preferred)

Specimen Stability

Room Temperature = n/a
Refrigerated = 7 days
Frozen = at least 7 days

Limitations

N/A

Other Acceptable Specimens

N/A

Unacceptable Specimens

N/A

Order Code

CCPIGG

EPIC (Premier) Code

LAB154

Includes

N/A

CPT Code

86200

Billing Code

300519

CPT Statement

Methodology

Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)

FDA Status

FDA Approved

Physician Attestation of Informed Consent

N/A

Testing Laboratory

CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine OH, 45439

Department

Molecular/Serology

Reference Range

N/A

Setup Schedule / Expected Turnaround Time

Monday, Wednesday, Friday; BS; Reports available: 3 days