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Test Code BOHBUTY Beta Hydroxybutyrate, Whole Blood

Important Note

This test replaced Beta Hydroxybutyrate, Serum or Plasma

This test can only be collected on campus at St. Luke's due to specimen requirements. If collected at a clinic, see Beta Hydroxybutyrate, Serum or Plasma test. 

Additional Codes

Expanse Test Name: Beta Hydroxybutyrate

Specimen Requirements

Sample Type:

  • Sodium heparin whole blood
  • Analyze immediately after collection

Test Classification and CPT Coding

CPT: 82010

LOINC: 32547-2

Useful For

It will allow for determination of the presence and degree of ketosis by measuring blood levels of B-Hydroxybutyrate.  BOHB makes up 78% of all available ketones and provides a better tool for differentiating metabolic acidosis and monitoring response to therapy.

Day(s) Test Performed

Monday-Sunday

Reference Range

0.1 - 0.6 mmol/L