Indications: For diagnostic testing of fasting hypoglycemia or after an oral fat tolerance test. The ratio of b-hydroxybutyrate/acetoacetate(AcAc) reflects mitochondrial NAD/NADH, and may be a useful parameter for diagnosis of defects of the Krebs cycle.
Method Description: Quantitative colorimetric assay
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Specimen Requirements |
Shipping Requirements |
Plasma |
Collect 0.5-1 ml blood in an EDTA tube (lavender top), mix gently, and centrifuge as soon as possible after collection. Then transfer the plasma into a polypropylene tube and freeze.
Minimum Amt Required: 500 µl |
Ship sample on dry ice. |
Samples Accepted: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Turn-Around-Time: 5-7 business days
CPT Code(s): 82725
Specimens can be sent via Federal Express, DHL, or UPS.
Special Instructions: Ship using Overnight Priority/Next Morning.
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