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HelpTest Code LAB600 Beta-Hydroxybutyrate, Plasma or Serum
Additional Codes
| Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
|---|---|---|
| BETA-OH-BUTYRATE | LAB600 | BHBUT |
Methodology
Enzymatic Reaction (NADH at 505 nm)
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Preferred:
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Light-green top (lithium heparin gel)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.
Additional Information: Label specimen appropriately (plasma).
Alternate:
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Serum gel
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.
Additional Information: Label specimen appropriately (serum).
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient 5 hours/Refrigerate 48 hours OK/Frozen 3 months OK
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Performing Laboratory
Chemistry
St. Joseph's Medical Center Lab
SMDC Clinical Lab, Virginia Hospital Lab, St. Mary's Superior Hospital Lab
Fargo Hospital Lab
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82010
Reference Values
0.02-0.27 mM