Ubiquinone 10; CoQ10
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Coenzyme Q10, Serum
Test ID: CEQ10
Test
Aliases/Synonyms
Method
LC-MS/MS
Report Includes
Coenzyme Q10
Specimens
Serum; Gel Separator tube only
Clinical Utility
Coenzyme Q10 testing is useful for individuals on statin therapy who may or may not be experiencing myalgia symptoms, hypercholesterolemic individuals, and asymptomatic individuals at risk for vascular disease who may have low ApoA1 and/or HDL levels.
Test Location
Cleveland Heart Lab, OH, USA
Test Version
26-Jun-2023
Specimen
Specimens
Serum; Gel Separator tube only
Collection Containers
Gold top (SST)
Sample Volume
1.0 mL
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Comment
Collect in gel-separator tube only. No other tube is acceptable.
Patient Preparation
Fasting is not required. Patients should not take Coenzyme Q10 supplements the morning of the test. They may take other nutritional supplements prior to testing.
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Specimen must be collected in a gel-separator tube – no other tubes are acceptable.
Handling Information
Separate serum, store and submit protected from light in an amber vial.
Store and send frozen.
Stability
| Ambient | Unacceptable |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 6 weeks |
Additional Stability Information
If the specimen thaws, it is unsuitable for analysis. Stable for 6 months at -70°C
Rejection Criteria
| Specimen (1) | Not collected in gel-separator tube |
|---|---|
| Specimen (2) | Not protected from light |
| Specimen (3) | Not frozen |
Test Version
26-Jun-2023
Performance / Interpretation
Method
LC-MS/MS
Turnaround Time
7 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coenzyme Q10 | µg/L |
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Test Location
Cleveland Heart Lab, OH, USA
Test Version
26-Jun-2023
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CEQ10 | 64557COENZYME Q10 | ug/mL |
Test Version
26-Jun-2023