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Test Code BHYDP Beta-Hydroxybutyrate, Point of Care Testing, Blood

Useful For

Monitoring therapy for diabetic ketoacidosis

 

Investigating the differential diagnosis of any patient presenting to the emergency room with hypoglycemia, acidosis, suspected alcohol ingestion, or an unexplained increase in the anion gap

Method Name

Beta-hydroxybutyrate Dehydrogenase Reaction

Reporting Name

Beta-hydroxybutyrate, POCT, B

Specimen Type

Whole Blood EDTA

Specimen Minimum Volume

1.5 mL

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type Temperature Time Special Container
Whole Blood EDTA Ambient

Reference Values

0.0-0.5 mmol/L

Performing Laboratory

MCHS- Mankato

Test Classification

This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.

CPT Code Information

82010

LOINC Code Information

Test ID Test Order Name Order LOINC Value
BHYDP Beta-hydroxybutyrate, POCT, B 66441-7

 

Result ID Test Result Name Result LOINC Value
BHYDP Beta-hydroxybutyrate, POCT, B In Process

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Sunday

Report Available

Same day/1 to 2 days