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Lab Test Dictionary

Biotin, Serum (BIOTN)

Methodology

Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) Stable Isotope Dilution Analysis


Synonyms

Vitamin B7; Vitamin H

Performing Lab

Mayo Medical Lab


Epic ID

Other Reference Test

Lab Test Days

Monday

Standard TAT

7 Days


Collection Information

Specimen Required

1-2 mL Blood

Container Type

Red-Top Tube


Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated-OK/Frozen-OK

Specimen Stability

Room Temp: 24 Hours; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 30 Days (Preferred)

Test Volume Required

1 mL Serum

Minimum Test Volume

0.5 mL Serum

Processing Instructions

Order in Mayolink and send with Mayo courier Monday-Friday.


Comments

This test is not useful as a screen for biotinidase deficiency.


CPT Codes

84591


Revised

1/4/24

Initials

SA