Methodology
High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
Synonyms
Beta-Carotene
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics Valencia
Epic ID
LAB00940
Lab Test Days
Monday-Saturday
Standard TAT
2-3 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2-4 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Overnight fasting is required. Protect from light.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 72 Hours; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 30 Days
Rejection Criteria
Received room temp; Not protected from light (room temp or refrigerated)
Test Volume Required
2 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.7 mL Serum
Processing Instructions
Protect from light.
CPT Codes
82380
Revised
01-31-19
Initials
SL