Acetoacetate
Test Mnemonic
ACETAC
CPT Codes
- 82010 - QTY (1)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Dpt of Lab Med & Pathology
FDA Category
Laboratory Developed Test
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 mL | Serum | No additive (Red) | Frozen | Do not use serum separator tube. Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic aliquot tube. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Frozen | 4 days (preferred) |
| Refrigerated | 4 days |
| Ambient | Unacceptable |
Days Performed
Mon - Sun
Turnaround Time
9 - 13 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Gas Chromatography (GC) |
Reference Range
| Acetoacetate | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sex | Age From | Age To | Type | Range | Range Unit |
| 18 Years | 99 Years | Normal | 5 - 30 | mcg/mL |
Special Info
Serum gel tubes, plasma gel tubes, and specimens received at room temperature are unacceptable.