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Acylcarnitine, Plasma

Test Code
ACYLP


Alias/See Also
14531


CPT Codes
82017

Preferred Specimen
1 mL frozen plasma collected in sodium heparin (green-top) tube


Patient Preparation
Patient should be in a well-fed state

Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Serum


Instructions
Collect blood sample in sodium heparin (green-top) tube. Separate plasma by centrifugation ASAP. Avoid hemolysis. Remove plasma and place in plastic tube. Freeze immediately after separation. Date of birth is required.


Transport Temperature
Frozen


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: Unacceptable
Frozen: 28 days


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Gross hemolysis • Received room temperature • Received refrigerated


Methodology
Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry

FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule
Set up: Sun-Fri; Report available: 5-6 days after receipt at the performing laboratory. Add three (3) days for transport.


Limitations
A low carnitine level may mask a disease state.


Reference Range
See Laboratory Report


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.


Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-San Juan Capistrano, CA
33608 Ortega Highway
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-2042



Last Updated: August 4, 2023


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