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Acylcarnitines, QN, Plasma

Test Code
ACARN


Preferred Specimen
0.2 mL plasma from Sodium Heparin tube


Minimum Volume
0.1 mL


Instructions
Draw just prior to a scheduled meal or feeding. Include family history, clinical condition, diet and drug therapy.


Transport Container
Place plasma is plastic vial.


Transport Temperature
Ambient temperature


Specimen Stability
7 days refrigerated or ambient


Report Available
4-7 days


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.


Clinical Significance
Elevation of one or more acylcarnitines is diagnostic for an organic aciduria or a fatty disorder. A low carnitine level may mask a disease state.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.