Test Code LAB2336 Beta-Hydroxybutyrate
Performing Lab
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
Ordering Recommendations
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
Collect
Serum
Collection Device
Gold Top Tube
Specimen Volume
5 mL
Stability (from collection to initiation)
Room Temp |
8 Hours |
Refrigerated |
7 days |
Storage/Transport Temperature
Room Temp, Refrigerated
Minimum Requirements
1 mL
Methodology
Enzymatic Quantitation
Synonyms
Ketone Bodies
BHOB
Remarks
TURN AROUND TIME
STAT | 1 Hour |
Routine | 8 Hours |
Start Date
6/23/20
Last Review Date
7/20/25 ES