Specimen Requirements
Title
Beta-Hydroxybutyric Acid
Specimen Requirement
1-SST/1.0 mL. Allow to clot at room temperature. Spin, separate and refrigerate.
Methodology
Stability
Room Temperature 2 hours, Refrigerated 7 days, Frozen 1 month
Reference Range
By Report*
Turnaround
4-6 days Performed Mon, Wed, Fri
Clinical Use
Aids in evaluation of hyperinsulinemic hypoglycemia. Aids in assessment of the etiology of anion gap acidosis. Screening for suspected mitochondrial disorders.
Test Code
BHYD