VITAMIN A SERUM
General Information
HLAB/HOL Code: VITA
UPHSM LIS Test #: 02659
Schedule:
Testing Time: 4-5 Days
Testing Lab: Labcorp
UPHSM LIS Test #: 02659
Schedule:
Testing Time: 4-5 Days
Testing Lab: Labcorp
Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified
Volume: 0.8mL
Temperature: Refrigerated
Tube Type: Serum
Collection Info:
Container: Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Collection: If a red top is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube.
Temperature: Refrigerated
Tube Type: Serum
Collection Info:
Container: Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Collection: If a red top is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube.
Specimen Acceptability
Cause for Rejection:
Sample type other than serum received
Sample type other than serum received
Methods
Liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS-MS)
Clinical Utilities
Differential diagnosis of hypervitaminosis A. A combination of a low serum carotene level and a low vitamin A suggests inadequate vitamin A nutrition.
CPT Codes
84590
* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.
