Methodology
Liquid Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS/MS)
Synonyms
COQ10
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest forwards to Cleveland Heart Lab
Epic ID
LAB04034
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
3-5 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Fasting is not required. Patients should not take Coenzyme Q10 supplements the morning of the test. They may take other nutritional supplements prior to testing. Protect from light.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp=Unacceptable; Refrigerated=14 Days; Frozen=6 Weeks
Rejection Criteria
Received room temp; Received refrigerated; Not protected from light
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.3 mL Serum
Processing Instructions
Protect from light.
CPT Codes
82542
Revised
05-10-20
Initials
SL