OUTSOURCE
BETA CROSSLAPS; BETA CTx; COLLAGEN TYPE 1C-TELOPEPTIDE (R168)
Also Known As:
Beta Crosslaps
B-CTx
C-Telopeptide
C-terminal collagen crosslinks
CTx
Carboxy terminal collagen crosslinks
Beta-CTx
About This Test
Beta-Crosslaps is released into the bloodstream during bone resorption and serves as a specific marker for the degradation of mature type I collagen. It can be used to monitor antiresorptive therapy; treatment response is demonstrated as early as 3 months in contrast to Bone mineral density which may take 2 years to produce reliable results.
Test Parameters (1)
- BETA CROSSLAPS; BETA CTX; COLLAGEN TYPE 1C-TELOPEPTIDE
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Day
Frequently Asked Questions
Outsourced test are being done from Dr. Lal Path Lab. Charges and reporting time is same as of Dr. Lal Path Labs.
Overnight fasting is mandatory.
This test is important for monitoring bone health, detecting increased bone breakdown, and guiding osteoporosis management.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
In uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to test complexity or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed of the estimated TAT at the time of registration.