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HelpTest Code LABBETAHYDR Beta-Hydroxybutyrate, Serum
Synonym
- BHBB
Specimen Required
Preferred Container/Tube: Gold SST Top
Acceptable Container/Tube: Gold SST Top
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Refrigerated: 7 days
Rejected Due To
- Gross hemolysis
- Gross icterus
- Quantity not sufficient
- Quality not acceptable
Reference Values
<0.27 mmol/L
Method Description
Photometric
Test Classification
This test has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. The laboratory is regulated under CLIA as qualified to perform high-complexity testing. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research.
Performing Lab
Clinical Lab UH
Clinical Lab University East
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Same day/1 day
Reporting Name
Beta Hydroxybutyrate
CPT Code Information
82010
LOINC Code Information
6873-4
Cautions
Beta-hydroxybutyrate results may be falsely elevated in hemolyzed or icteric samples.