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Test Directory Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide, CCP, AB, IgG

Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide, CCP, AB, IgG

Order Code: CCPIGG

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