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Carnitine, Free and Total (GREENWOOD GENETICS)
Test Code1230401609
Alias/See Also
LAB815: Carnitine, Free and Total
CPT Codes
82379x1
Preferred Specimen
GREENWOOD GENETICS LAB: GREEN TOP- NAHEP (Frozen) Min Vol: 1
Instructions
20 to 30 mL amniotic fluid collected in 2 to 3 sterile tubes.
Transport Temperature
Specimen Requirements : 20 to 30 ml amniotic fluid collected in 2 to 3 sterile tubes. The first few mLs of fluid should be discarded as they increase the likelihood of maternal cell contamination. The following information should accompany the specimen: patient’s name, physician’s name, date collected, EGA by ultrasound, LMP (if available), maternal age, and indication for study. Sterile tubes and mailers are available from the Greenwood Genetic Center. Cultured flasks may also be sent. Please send 2x T25 confluent flasks Transport: Specimen should be kept at room temperature; do not freeze or refrigerate. Specimen should be sent by courier or overnight mail to arrive at the laboratory within 24 hours TAT:14 days. Cell culture can take 1-4 weeks and may lengthen turnaround time. Aneuvysion FISH results are usually available within 1-2 days
Last Updated: March 6, 2023
