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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
| Minnesota | North Dakota | Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| SMDC Clinical Lab (Duluth) | Fargo Hospital | St. Mary's Hospital - Superior |
| St. Joseph's Medical Center (Brainerd) | ||
| Virginia Hospital |
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82010
Reference Values
0.02-0.27 mM