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Beta-Hydroxybutyrate

Test Code
BHB


Alias/See Also
"LAB2336"


CPT Codes
82010

Preferred Specimen
Plasma: Mint Green
 


Other Acceptable Specimens
Serum: Large Red ( Marble top)


Specimen Stability
REF:1 week


Clinical Significance
In diabetics, the measurement of B-hydroxybutyrate as well as blood glucose is needed for the assessment of the severity of diabetic coma and is essential for the exclusion of hyperosmolar non-ketotic diabetic coma. A specific enzymatic assay for Beta-hydroxybutyrate is extrememly important in the assessment of ketosis.


Performing Laboratory
LMH= CHEMISTRY ( ext 3739)



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.