Collagen Type I C-Telopeptide (CTx) details

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Collagen Type I C-Telopeptide (CTx)

Labcorp

Broadest draw-site network nationwide.

This test is coming soon at Labcorp.

Collagen Type I C-Telopeptide (CTx)

Quest Diagnostics

Same-day appointments in most metros.

Sample type: Serum
Avg. sample processing time: 5 Business days
Require fasting: Yes

BiomarkersQuest Diagnostics biomarkers

C-Telopeptide (CTx)

$31.49

Description

CTx is useful to assess bone resorption in patients with metabolic bone disease. The test is also useful in monitoring therapy to slow or halt osteoporotic bone loss.

Included biomarkers

Biomarkers

C-Telopeptide (CTx)

Preparation

Labcorp

This test is coming soon at Labcorp.

Quest Diagnostics

Dietary supplements containing biotin may interfere in assays and may skew results to be either falsely high or falsely low. For patients receiving the recommended daily doses of biotin, draw samples at least 8 hours following the last biotin supplementation. For patients on mega-doses of biotin supplements, draw samples at least 72 hours following the last biotin supplementation.
Overnight fasting is required.
Fasting before a blood draw means you don't eat or drink anything except water.
Your doctor should provide any special instructions related to fasting for your test. Always follow your doctor's instructions.
Collect specimen between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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