Homocysteine Blood HCYS
Synonyms |
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Allscripts (AEHR) Order Name |
Homocysteine, Serum |
Sunrise Clinical Manager (SCM) Order Name |
Homocysteine, Serum |
Clinical Info |
An elevated concentration of homocysteine is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease. When used in conjunction with methylmalonic acid (MMA), these tests are useful to diagnose and monitor vitamin B12 (cobalamin) and folic acid deficiency and are often useful in evaluating macrocytosis (an elevated MCV, an erythrocytic index). |
Specimen Type |
Blood |
Container |
Gold-top tube(s). |
Collection Instructions |
Container/Tube: Gold-top tube(s). |
Transport Instructions |
Refrigerated. |
Specimen Stability |
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Methodology |
Enzymatic Assay |
Days Performed |
Monday though Sunday |
Performing Laboratory |
Northwell Health Laboratories |
CPT |
83090 |
PDM |
5900785 |
Result Interpretation< 15.0 umol/L |
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Forms |
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