Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD26111Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Creatine Kinase (CK) Isoenzymes with Total CK
Also known as: CPK Isoenzymes
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Creatine Kinase Isoenzymes is useful in the evaluation of myocardial disease. Isoenzyme MM is found in skeletal muscle whereas isoenzyme MB is increased in recent myocardial (heart) damage.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
4 targets
CK‑BBCK‑MBCK‑MMtotal Ck
Result Turnaround Time
2-3 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
2 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Container
Serum separator tube or plain red
Collection Instructions
Centrifuge the serum separator tube or plain red top and aliquot 2 mL serum (Min: 1 mL) into a standard transport tube.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolysis, Received thawed
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | 48 hours |
| Frozen | 14 days |