COQ10
Coenzyme Q10
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3429
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Serum gel tube or plain red-top tube
Specimen Type:
Serum (protected from light)
Preferred Volume:
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.25 mL
Collection Procedure:
PROTECT TUBE FROM LIGHT: If amber tubes are unavailable, cover a standard transport tube completely, top and bottom, with aluminum foil. Identify the patient name directly on the container and the outside of the aluminum foil. Secure with tape.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerate
Stability:
Room temperature - 3 days
Refrigerated - 14 days
Frozen - 14 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Non-light protected serum
CPT Codes:
82542 - Coenzyme Q10 Total (EAP 30021126)
Method:
Liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS-MS)