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Urine Carnitine
Test Code14990
CPT Codes
82017, 82379 <br /> <strong>This test is not available for New York or Rhode Island patient testing.</strong>
Preferred Specimen
5 mL random urine, no preservative in a sterile screw cap container
2 mL pediatric (0-2 Years) random urine, no preservative
2 mL pediatric (0-2 Years) random urine, no preservative
Minimum Volume
0.6 mL
Instructions
Ship specimen frozen on dry ice. One control thaw is acceptable.
Transport Temperature
Frozen
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 1 hour
Frozen: Indefinitely
Refrigerated: 1 hour
Frozen: Indefinitely
Methodology
Tandem Mass Spectrometry (MS/MS)
FDA Status
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determine by the DUH Biochemical Genetics Laboratory. It has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. The laboratory is regulated under CLIA as qualified to perform high complexity testing. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research.
Setup Schedule
Sets up 1 day a week.