N TELOPEPTIDE CROSSLINKS
Synonyms: | Collagen Cross-Linked N-Telopeptide; N-Telopeptide; NTX Test; Osteomark |
Computer Code: | (RNTX) |
Specimen Collection: | 20 mL random urine (second morning void). 24 hr urine acceptable (plain bottle) |
Minimum Volume: | 1 mL |
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Refrigerate random urine. Min 1 mL urine. |
Reference Values: | See reference laboratory report. |
Lab Code: | Send Out |
Requisition: | SPEC C |
Test Frequency: | NA |
Routine TAT: | 10 days |
Stat TAT: | N/A |
CPT Code(s): | 82570, 82523 |
LCD or NCD: | |
Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |