Test Code BIOTS Biotinidase, Serum
Additional Codes
Mayo Code |
BIOTS |
Epic Code |
LAB958 |
Sunquest Code |
BIOTS |
Reporting Name
Biotinidase, SUseful For
Preferred test for the diagnosis of biotinidase deficiency
Follow-up testing for certain organic acidurias
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen Type
SerumOrdering Guidance
Molecular testing is available, see BTDZ / Biotinidase Deficiency, BTD Full Gene Analysis, Varies.
If measurement of biotin concentration is requested, order BIOTN / Biotin, Serum.
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge immediately and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 21 days | |
Refrigerated | 5 days |
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Gross lipemia | OK |
Gross icterus | OK |
Special Instructions
Reference Values
3.5-13.8 U/L
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Thursday
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
82261
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
BIOTS | Biotinidase, S | 1982-8 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
50672 | Biotinidase, S | 1982-8 |
50673 | Interpretation | 59462-2 |
50675 | Reviewed By | 18771-6 |
Report Available
2 to 5 daysForms
1. New York Clients-Informed consent is required. Document on the request form or electronic order that a copy is on file. The following documents are available:
-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing (T576)
-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing-Spanish (T826)
2. Biochemical Genetics Patient Information (T602)
3. If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Biochemical Genetics Test Request (T798) with the specimen.