Synonyms
3-Hydroxybutyrate, Ketones
Specimen Type
Plasma
Performing Lab
RCHSD Chemistry
Epic ID
LAB00006
Lab Test Days
As received
Standard TAT
2 hrs
Stat TAT
1 hr
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.8 ml blood
Container Type
Light Green (Lithium Heparin PST)
Collection Instructions
Green top preferred (Red top acceptable)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Test Volume Required
0.3 ml (NA Hep) plasma
Minimum Test Volume
0.1 ml (NA Hep) plasma
Processing Instructions
Centrifuge & separate plasma from the cells. Specimens should be used within 48 hours of collection or stored in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. Bring plasma to Chemistry Dept. for testing.
CPT Codes
82010
Revised
07-30-07