Test Detail

Carotene, Beta

Test Code:

001529

Performing Lab: LABCORP BURLINGTON

CPT Code:

82380

Order Information
Results

Specimen Container	Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube; amber plastic transport tube with amber top. (If amber tubes are unavailable, cover standard transport tube completely, top and bottom, with aluminum foil. Identify specimen with patient's name directly on the container AND on the outside of the aluminum foil. Secure with tape.) For amber plastic transport tube and amber-top, order LabCorp item ID 23598.
Specimen Type	Serum, PROTECTED FROM LIGHT
Volume	0.7 mL
Minimum Volume	0.4 mL
Temperature	Room temperature and PROTECT FROM LIGHT.
Specimen Handling	Specimen should be free from hemolysis. PROTECT FROM LIGHT. Transfer specimen to amber plastic transport tube.
Methodology	High-pressure liquid chromatography (HPLC)
Stability	Room Temperature: 14 days, Refrigerated: 14 days, Frozen: 14 days
Unacceptable Conditions	Specimen not protected from light; hemolysis; sample type other than serum received
Days Set-Up	M,W,F
Shift Performed	1
TAT From Set-Up	3 - 6 Days

Result Code	Result Name	LOINC
001529	Carotene, Beta	2053-7