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HelpTest ID FACES Acetoacetate, Serum
Specimen Required
***Must submit one specimen per order. Specimens cannot be shared between multiple orders.***
Specimen Type: Serum
Collection Container/Tube: Red
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Draw blood in a plain, red-top tube(s). Serum gel tube is not acceptable.
2. Centrifuge and send 3 mL of serum frozen in a plastic, preservative-free vial.
Secondary ID
75388Method Name
Gas Chromatography (GC)
Reporting Name
Acetoacetate, SerumSpecimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Minimum Volume
1.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum Red | Frozen (preferred) | 4 days | |
| Refrigerated | 4 days |
Reference Values
Reporting limit determined each analysis.
Acetoacetate: None Detected mcg/mL
-Normal range for adults: 5-30 mcg/mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday - Sunday
Report Available
9 to 11 daysPerforming Laboratory
NMS LabsTest Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by NMS Labs. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
82010