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Test Code TNT5 Troponin T Gen 5 

Methodology

Immunoassay for the in vitro quantitative determination of cardiac troponin T (cTnT) in lithium heparin plasma. The immunoassay is intended to aid in the diagnosis of myocardial infarction.

The electrochemiluminescence immunoassay "ECLIA" is intended for use on cobas e immunoassay analyzers.

Performing Laboratory

St. Clair Hospital Laboratory

Specimen Requirements

Sample Type: Only the specimen listed below was tested and found acceptable:

  1. Li-heparin plasma.  Li-heparin plasma tubes containing separating gel can be used.
  2. Centrifuge samples containing precipitates before performing the assay.

Reference Values

 Reference Ranges:

  • Males: < 22 ng/L
  • Females: <14 ng/L

Critical Values: ≥ 52 ng/L

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday