Beta-Hydroxybutyrate (LABCORP)

Test Code
1231101551


Alias/See Also
LAB44: Beta-Hydroxybutyric Acid | LABCORP EAP: 503610


CPT Codes
82010x1

Preferred Specimen
LABCORP LAB: Serum Separator Tube (Frozen) Min Vol: .3


Transport Temperature
Specimen Type: Blood Container: Serum Transfer Tube Storage: Frozen Special Instructions: Specimen Collection: Serum must be separated from cells within 45 minutes of venipuncture. Send serum in a plastic transfer tube. Method: Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) Stability Room Temp: 3 days Refrigerated: 3 days Frozen: 7 days


Report Available
LABCORP LAB
STAT: 5760 min
Routine: 5760 min
Extended TAT: No TAT min
Timed: 5760 min
Life or Death: 5760 min



Last Updated: March 6, 2023


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