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HelpTest Code FBIOT Vitamin B7, H (Biotin)
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: Serum
Collection Container/Tube: Red Top or SST
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Draw blood in a plain red-top tube(s) or serum gel tube(s).
2. Centrifuge and send 2 mL serum frozen in amber vial (T915) to protect from light.
Reporting Name
Biotin (Vitamin B7)Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 14 days | LIGHT PROTECTED |
| Refrigerated | 7 days | LIGHT PROTECTED |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| List other reasons for rejection | Not light protected |
Reference Values
Pediatric Normal <12 yrs: 100.0-2460.2 pg/mL
Adults Normal >or=12 yrs: 221.0-3004.0 pg/mL
Day(s) Performed
Varies, 2 days per week
Report Available
4 to 12 daysPerforming Laboratory
BioAgilytix DiagnosticsTest Classification
The performance characteristics of the listed assay was validated by BioAgilytix Diagnostics. The US FDA has not approved or cleared this test. The results of this assay can be used for clinical diagnosis without FDA approval. BioAgilytix Diagnostics is a CLIA certified, CAP accredited laboratory for performing high complexity assays such as this one.CPT Code Information
84591
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FBIOT | Biotin (Vitamin B7) | 1980-2 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z2042 | Biotin (Vitamin B7) | 1980-2 |