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HelpTest Code HOMOC Homocysteine, Total, Plasma
Methodology
Enzymatic
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Draw blood in a light green-top (lithium heparin) tube. Keep specimen on ice and centrifuge within 1 hour of collection.
Reference Values
Adults: <15.0 µmol/L
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
CPT Coding
83090
Secondary ID
HHA1460
LOINC Coding
| Test name | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
|
Homocysteine, Total, Plasma |
13965-9 |
Specimen Stability Information
|
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Time |
|
Plasma, lithium heparin |
Refrigerated - separated from cells |
4 weeks |
| Room Temperature - separated from cells | 4 days |
Reject Due To
|
Hemolysis |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
Reject |
|
Lipemia |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
Reject |
|
Icterus |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
Reject |