Beta-Hydroxy Butyrate
| Source |
Blood |
| Mnemonic |
MISCBGL |
| Specimen Requirements |
1 x 5 mL dark green top heparin tube, NOT PST
Na fluoride (grey top) tube also acceptable
0.5 mL plasma
Indicate time of last feeding; 15 hour fast is preferred but not mandatory. |
| Specimen Handling |
PSC: Centrifuge, remove plasma, and transport plasma on ice to DSC.
RRL and extra-regional: Centrifuge, remove plasma, and freeze plasma prior to transport to DSC. |
| Additional Information |
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| Testing Location |
ACH Biochemical Genetics Lab |
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| Testing Frequency |
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| Alternate Name(s) |
3-OH Butyrate |
| Reference Interval |
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