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Carnitine, Random, Urine

Test Code
30338


CPT Codes
82379

Preferred Specimen
1.5 mL random urine submitted in a plastic, 10 mL urine tube


Minimum Volume
1 mL


Instructions
Send specimen frozen in a plastic, 10-mL urine tube


Transport Temperature
Frozen


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 72 hours
Frozen: 1 year


Methodology
Flow Injection Analysis-Tandem Mass Spectrometry

FDA Status
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Setup Schedule
Wednesday Morning
Report available: 7 Days


Reference Range
Carnitine, Total 180-412 nmol/mg Cr
Carnitine, Free 77-214 nmol/mg Cr
AC/FC Ratio Acyl to free: 0.7-3.4




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.