VITAMIN B6, PLASMA
| Synonyms: | B6, Vitamin; PLP; Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate; Pyridoxine |
| Computer Code: | (RB6) |
| Specimen Collection: | 7 mL blood (lavender or sodium heparin green top tube). Protect from light. Send to special chemistry immediately. |
| Minimum Volume: | 2.5 mL |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Centrifuge, remove plasma. Refrigerate. Protect from light. Min 1 mL plasma. Remove plasma from cells ASAP after collection. |
| Reference Values: | See reference laboratory report. |
| Lab Code: | Send Out |
| Requisition: | SPEC C |
| Test Frequency: | NA |
| Routine TAT: | 7 days |
| Stat TAT: | N/A |
| CPT Code(s): | 84207 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |