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HelpTest Code ACPB1 Acylcarnitines, plasma, quantitative
Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB429 |
| NBS code | LBC01463 |
| Service code | 36901 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit the following immediately:
| Container: |
| Green Top (Li Heparin) |
Processing Requirements
Centrifuge within 2 hrs
Specimen Type: Plasma
Volume: 0.5 mL
Storage/transport requirements: Frozen
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Plasma |
|---|---|
| Ambient | Not available |
| Refrigerate | Not available |
| Frozen | 2 months |
Methodology
Electrospray Ionization Tandem Mass Spectrometry (ESI-MS/MS)
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Friday, TAT 5 - 14 days
Reference Interval
The age-related reference interval will be provided on the report.
Useful For
Diagnosis of fatty acid oxidation disorders and several organic acidurias.
Evaluating treatment during follow-up of patients with fatty acid beta-oxidation disorders and several organic acidurias.
Update
Last updated 29/05/2026
Referring / Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Client Services, 67724912
Testing Laboratory
Biochemical Genetics Laboratory
Basement 1, Children’s Tower
KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital Pte Ltd
100, Bukit Timah Road
Singapore 229899
63948728