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Test Code CHEM84 Carotene

Clinical Information

A fat soluble nutrient, is a precursor to vitamin A. Deficiencies may lead to vitamin A deficiency. Excessive vitamin A intake may lead to headaches, loss of appetite, nausea and diarrhea, skin changes and potential birth defects.

Synonym

  • Beta-Carotene
  • XCARO

Profile Information

Carotene

Specimen Required

Patient Preparation: Overnight fasting is required.
Sample: 2 mL serum from either Plain Red or Gold SST. Protect from light. 

Specimen Stability Information

Ambient: 72 hours
Refrigerate (preferred): 7 days
Frozen: 30 days

Rejected Due To

  • Room temperature samples
  • Not protected from light (room temperature and refrigerated)

Reference Values

See Report

Method Description

High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)

Performing Lab

Quest Diagnostic Nichols Institute
14225 Newbrook Dr 
Chantilly, VA  20153

Day(s) Performed

Monday - Saturday, AM

Report Available

3 days

Reporting Name

Carotene

CPT Code Information

82380

LOINC Code Information

2053-7