Methodology
Bioassay
Synonyms
Biotin; Vitamin B7
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics forwards to BioAgilytix Diagnostics
Epic ID
LAB4050
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2-4 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Protect from light.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 14 Days
Rejection Criteria
Hemolyzed specimens; Lipemic specimens; Ambient temperature specimens; Not light protected; Specimens outside of listed stability
Test Volume Required
2 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
1 mL Serum
Processing Instructions
Protect from light. Separate serum and freeze immediately.
CPT Codes
84591
Revised
8/26/24
Initials
SA