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Chemistry & Basic Tests
CKMB
Heart-specific form of creatine kinase. Elevated after heart muscle damage or heart attack.
CPT code
82553
Turnaround time
24–72 hours
Fasting required
No fasting needed
Collection container
Gold Top (SST)
About this test
Heart-specific form of creatine kinase. Elevated after heart muscle damage or heart attack.
Specimen requirements
Collection container
Gold Top (SST)
gold top
Specimen
Serum
How to prepare
- 1
Bring a valid photo ID to your appointment
- 2
Plan for a 15–30 minute visit
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