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Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB44 |
| NBS code | LBC12830 |
| Service code | 31206 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit the following:
| Container: |
| Dark Green Top (Li Heparin) |
Additional information: Specimen must arrive in laboratory within 30 minutes of collection
Processing Requirements
Specimen type: Whole Blood
Volume: Full tube
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Whole Blood |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 30 minutes |
| Refrigerate | Not available |
| Frozen | Not available |
Specimen Condition
| Haemolysis | OK |
|---|---|
| Icterus | OK |
| Lipaemia | OK |
| Others: Non-Li Heparin whole blood | Reject |
Methodology
Electrochemical
Days and Times Performed
24 hrs, TAT 1 day
Reference Interval
< 0.6 mmol/L
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Useful For
Evaluation of monitoring ketogenic diet regimes
Update
Last updated 16/07/2026
LOINC Code Information
66441-7