Cardio IQ Myeloperoxidase (MPO)
Quest Diagnostics
Sample type: Plasma
Requires fasting: No
Phlebotomy required
Details
Cardio IQ® Myeloperoxidase (MPO) - This test is designed for individuals who have multiple risk factors for cardiovascular disease or those who already have the disease. It helps in assessing the risk and managing the condition effectively.
- Myeloperoxidase
Estimated days for results: Results should be available in 2 - 5 business days after the sample is collected
Cardio IQ® Myeloperoxidase (MPO)
This test is designed for individuals who have multiple risk factors for cardiovascular disease or those who already have the disease. It helps in assessing the risk and managing the condition effectively.
This test is designed for individuals who have multiple risk factors for cardiovascular disease or those who already have the disease. It helps in assessing the risk and managing the condition effectively.
Who should consider this test?
This test is particularly useful for individuals concerned about their heart health, especially those with a family history of heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, or those who smoke.
What type of sample is required for this test?
1 mL plasma.
It requires drawing blood into an EDTA (lavender-top) tube.
It requires drawing blood into an EDTA (lavender-top) tube.
Test Resources
Not available.
4–7 business days
<470 pmol/L
Blood Draw Options with Fullscript
Fullscript offers several convenient phlebotomy options to complete your lab testing:
Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Centers (PSC)
- Location: Visit a nearby Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.
- Cost: $10 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here. Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times. Walk-ins are accepted, but may experience delays. Aim to arrive 10 minutes before your appointment.
- Collection Instructions:
- Bring a valid ID.
- Bring your digital or printed requisition form, available in the Labs tab of your Fullscript account.
- Check-in: Scan the QR code from your confirmation email or follow kiosk instructions.
- More Info: Quest Diagnostics blood draw guide
Getlabs Mobile Phlebotomy
- Location: Sample collection at your home or office.
- Cost: $85 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Availability: Available in most locations – enter your ZIP code during checkout to confirm.
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here through your Fullscript account.
- Collection Instructions:
- Have your digital or printed requisition form and valid ID ready.
- Your phlebotomist will contact you by phone to coordinate arrival.
- More Info: Getlabs blood draw guide
Specimen
- Preferred Specimen(s): 1 mL plasma collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube
- Alternative: NA
- Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
- Collection Instructions: NA
Storage and shipping instructions
- Transport Container: Transport tube
- Transport Temperature: Refrigerated (Cold Packs)
- Specimen Stability:
- Refrigerated: 8 days
- Frozen: 6 months
- Reject Criteria:
- Gross hemolysis • Samples other than EDTA plasma including PPT potassium EDTA (white-top) tube • Improper labeling • Samples not stored properly • Samples older than stability limits
State restrictions:
Patient can't order this test if they are located in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island
