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Beta-Hydroxybutyrate

Test Code
256


Alias/See Also
Beta Hydroxy


CPT Codes
82010

Preferred Specimen


1 ml plasma, serum and Fluoride plasma specimens are also acceptable




Transport Container
Heparin PST (Green top gel barrier)


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Gross Hemolysis


Methodology
Enzymatic endpoint

Setup Schedule
24 hours/day


Report Available
STAT 45 min/Routine 2 hours




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.