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beta-Hydroxybutyrate (serum ketones)

Test Code
153


CPT Codes
82010

Preferred Specimen
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

Plasma
Container/Tube: Green-top (heparin) tube(s)
Specimen Volume: 3 mL (minimum volume: 0.5 mL) of plasma
Note: 1. Indicate plasma. 2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).

Serum
Container/Tube: Serum gel tube(s)
Specimen Volume: 3 mL (minimum volume: 0.5 mL) of serum
Note: 1. Indicate serum. 2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Methodology
Reflectance photometry

Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday


Reference Range
<2.8 mg/dL


Performed By
CoxHealth

Performing Laboratory
CoxHealth



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.