Beta-CrossLaps, Serum, Mayo, RefLab
Alternate Names
CTELO, B-CTx , C-Telopeptide, C-terminal collagen crosslinks, Carboxy terminal collagen crosslinks
SoftLab Order Code
CTX
Epic Order Name
Beta-CrossLaps, Serum, Mayo, RefLab
Epic Order ID
LAB4434
Laboratory
Reference Lab
Sample Type
Serum
Collection Container
Plain Red Top
Alternative Collection Container
SST (Gold Top Serum Separator Tube),
Red/Black Speckle top (Serum Tube)
Collecting Volume
2.0 mL
Minimum Collecting Volume
1.5 mL
Storage or Stability
Frozen
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis, gross icterus
Patient Preparation
Fasting: 12 hours, required. Collection specimen prior to 10 a.m.