Troponin I
| Test Name | Troponin I |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name(s) | TNI, hs TnI, High Sensitive Troponin |
| Laboratory Module | LAB |
| Ordering Mnemonic | TROPI |
| Specimen Type |
Plasma |
| Collection Container | Light Green 7mls |
| Container Information |
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| Collection Information | Samples must be transported to the laboratory within 60 minutes of collection time.
Test may be added-on (AOT) to existing sample up to 4 hours after collection time. |
| Test Schedule |
24/7 |
| Routine Turnaround Time | < 4.0 hours |
| Stat Turnaround Time | < 1.0 hours |
| Reference Interval |
See Appendix A BCHS hs TnI Rule In/Runel out Algorithm on DOCS BCHS/Laboratory |
| Critical Values | (Information Unavailable) |
| Lab Process Notes |
Yellow (serum) is acceptable however, plasma samples preferred. It is not recommended that either plasma or serum samples from the same patient be used interchangeably with this test. |
| Storage and Transport |
Store refrigerated. |
| Test Referred To | On-site, BGH Laboratory |