Test ID CCP Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide Antibodies, IgG, Serum
Useful For
Evaluating patients suspected of having rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
Differentiating RA from other inflammatory arthritis or connective tissue diseases
Special Instructions
Method Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Reporting Name
Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide Ab, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
---|---|---|
Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 21 days |
Frozen | 21 days |
Reference Values
<20.0 U (negative)
20.0-39.9 U (weak positive)
40.0-59.9 U (positive)
≥60.0 U (strong positive)
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Performing Laboratory

CPT Code Information
86200
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
CCP | Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide Ab, S | 33935-8 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
CCP | Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide Ab, S | 33935-8 |
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysNY State Approved
YesForms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a General Request (T239) with the specimen.