Test Directory
Homocysteine
Justification
Measurement of homocysteine is warranted in patients suspected of having homocystinuria and in first-degree relatives of patients with homocystinuria but not in other clinical settings.
STAT: < 1 week
HPLC
Draw Tube: Red Top
Sample Type: Serum
Specimen Requirements
| Sample Type | Volume Required | Minimum Volume | Stability | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PREFERRED | Serum | 1mL | 0.5mL | Room Temp.: 14 days Frozen (-20C): 6 months Frozen (-80C): 6 months |
| ALTERNATIVE | - | - | - | - |
| REJECTION CRITERIA | Sample contamination; sample compromised |
| SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS | - |
General Information
| METHODOLOGY | HPLC |
| STAT TAT | < 1 week |
| STAT TAT Performance | > 90% of results released in 1 week |
| ROUTINE TAT | < 1 week |
| ALTERNATIVE NAMES | Hcy |
| DESCRIPTION | - |
| LIMITATIONS | - |
| NORMAL RANGE | - |
| ASSOCIATED TESTING | - |
| REFERENCES | - |
| SAMPLE REPORT | Upon request |
| NEW YORK STATE APPROVED | - |
Test Codes
| ORDER CODE | P3200 |
| CPT CODE | 83090 |
| LOINC CODE | 13965-9 |