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ACETONE, serum (087-0457) Synonyms: Blood Acetone CPT 4 CODE: 84600 Test Order Mnemonic: ACETONE Applies To: Volatile panel Lab: Clinical Chemistry Request Form: Write in on Special Chemistry Form 2. Collection: Routine Venipuncture. Cleaning of puncture site should be performed with a non-alcoholic solution. Arterial, venous, or capillary whole blood properly collected in a closed system is the preferred specimen. Storage Instructions: Centrifuge the specimen to separate the serum from red cells. The sample is stable at room temperature (25°C) for 48 hours; refrigerated (5°C) for about two weeks; remove serum/plasma and freeze (-15°C) for about four weeks. Tube should be completely filled and must be tightly stoppered. Causes for Rejection: Improper handling Availability: Samples are received 24 hrs per day at Sample Management, Room 5.136 McCullough. Turnaround Time: Routine: 24 hrs Special Instructions: Requests after 5 p.m. require approval of the director or pathology resident on call. Specimen: Blood and other body fluids. Volume: 7 mL blood or fluid Minimum Volume: 1 mL serum or fluid. Container: Red-topped tube Reference Ranges: Negative Critical Values: Toxic: Concentration >50 mg/dL Reviewed April 2007 by P. Harris |
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