Test Overview
Method
Bioassay
Specimen
Specimen Type
SerumVolume
Sample Volume
2.0 mL
Minimum Volume
1.0 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Store and submit specimen protected from light.
Separate and freeze within 30 minutes. Store and send frozen.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| Unacceptable | Unacceptable | 14 days |
If the specimen thaws, it is unsuitable for analysis.
Rejection Criteria
| Criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| Hemolysis | Gross |
| Lipemia | Present |
| Specimen | Samples other than serum or not frozen or not protected from light |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Vitamin B7 (Biotin)pg/mL<12 years: 100.0 - 2460.2
≥12 years: 221.0 - 3004.0
Referral Location
Out-of-Country
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| VITB7 S | BIOTIN (VITAMIN B7) | 63149 | pg/mL |
Test Version
Last Updated
2019-12-10