N-Telopeptide Cross-Links (NTx), Urine
Test Code: 141093
Performing Lab: LabCorp
CPT Code: 82570 001 82523 001
Synonym
Collagen Cross-Linked N-Telopeptide; N-Telopeptide; NTX Test
Specimen Type
Urine
Specimen Container
Transfer tube, no preservative
Volume
20 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Handling
Collect a second void of the morning (no preservative). When monitoring therapy, baseline samples should be collected prior to initiation of therapy. Subsequent specimens should be collected at the same time of day as baseline specimens.
Unacceptable Conditions
Quantity not sufficient for analysis; whole blood contamination; hemolysis; specimen containing preservative
Temperature
Refrigerate
Methodology
Ortho Vitros Enhanced Chemiluminescence System
Stability
Room Temperature: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 14 days
| Result Code | Result Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 511095 | N-Telopeptide | 27939-8 |
| 013672 | Creatinine, Urine | 2161-8 |
| 511117 | N-Telo/Creat. Ratio | 14115-0 |
| 511495 | Interpretive Guide: | UNLOINC |
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