Test Information:
Creatine Kinase-MM (CK-MM) is one of the three forms of Creatine Kinase (CK). It is located in skeletal muscles and heart. CK-MM values is used for detection and monitoring of skeletal muscle damage, rhabdomyolyis, muscular dystrophy, MI, and hypothyroidism. This assay includes Total CPK and CKMB (Chemistry).
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain)
Specimen Type:
Serum
Required Volume:
2 mL
Patient Preparation:
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
To obtain optimal results, it is recommended to transport freshly collected or aliquoted specimen within 2 hours from the time of collection.
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8°C
Stability: 7 days - Storage: 20 to 25°C
Stability: 2 days - Storage: – 20°C
Stability: 4 weeks
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2˚C – 8˚C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 hours