Methodology
electo
Synonyms
VLADD; Very Long Chain acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Activity
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
Children's Hospital Colorado Biochemical Genetics
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
1 Week
Collection Information
Specimen Required
6 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Collection Instructions
Collect Monday-Thursday 0800-1200 only, no weekend or holidays.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 24 Hours; Frozen: Unacceptable
Test Volume Required
6 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
6 mL Whole Blood
Processing Instructions
Complete a Children's Hospital Colorado Biochemical Genetics requisition and submit with specimen refrigerated Monday-Thursday only, no weekends of holidays. Avoid direct contact between the specimen and ice pack.
CPT Codes
82657