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Creatine Kinase-MB (Mass), serum

Test Code:

BC0101

Synonym(s):

Specimen Container

Gel separator tube (Adult)
Microtube (Paeds)

Specimen Requirement

Plain Blood
Adult: 3 mL
Paediatric: 1.3 mL


Invert blood 5 times after blood collection ensures the anticoagulant is well mixed with the blood. This will ensure results are reliable.

Specimen Storage / Transport

Method

 

Orderable as STAT?

Yes

Turn Around Time

Up to 2 hrs

Reference Value(s)

Females 18yr old and above: <=3.1 ug/L
Males 18yr old and above: <=5.2 ug/L
 
Reference limits for paediatric populations are currently unavailable.

Testing Laboratory Location

KKH

Laboratory

Clinical Chemistry

Contact Number

6394 1383

Day and Time Performed

Daily, 24 hrs

Orderable on CPOE?

Yes

Additional Information

Immunoassay measurements can be subject to interference from cross-reacting subtances in the patient's blood. If the result does not agree with the clinical picture, please contact the laboratory for further action.

Change History Notes

Others

Keywords

Creatine Kinase-MB (Mass), serum BC0101 ckmb
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