Hydroxybutyrate |
| Alternative Names: | beta Hydroxybutyrate
Ketones |
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| Laboratory: | Clinical Biochemistry |
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| Test Code: | HYBU |
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| Specimen Types: | Blood |
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| Container Types: | SST
Lithium Heparin (with Gel) | |
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| Adults Volume or Mass: | 5 mL |
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| Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass: | 1 mL |
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| Test performed at: | Alfred Hospital |
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| Collection & Request Instructions: | This specific assay replaces 'Ketones' for laboratory measurement.
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| Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories: | RoomTemp within Alfred/Esky from External sites |
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| Assay Frequency: | 24/7 |
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| MBS Rebatable: | Yes |
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| MBS Item No.: | 66752 |
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| Additional Notes: | Reference Range: < 0.5 mmol/L
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