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Vitamin B6, Plasma
Ordered Test Code:
B6
| Lab Test Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Test Name | Vitamin B6, Plasma |
| Alpha’s Order Test Code | B6 |
| Specimen Collection Tube | EDTA/ 1mL/ Frozen/Light Protected |
| Collection Tube Handling | |
| Minimum Volume | 0.5mL |
| Transport Temperture | Frozen |
| Stability | Refrigerated: 12 hours; Frozen -20° C: 6 days; Frozen -70° C: 42 days |
| Collection Instructions | Separate cells within 6 hours by centrifugation at 2-8° C (2200-2500 RPM, 800-1000 g) for 5-10 minutes. Transfer plasma to an amber polypropylene or polyethylene transport tube to protect from light. Alternately, neutral color polypropylene or polyethylene tube can be used if wrapped in aluminum foil. Freeze the tubes at -10 to -30° C. Ship frozen. |
Clinical Significance
Test is used to determine vitamin B6 deficiency or overdosage, for monitoring treatment, and to evaluate wellness and health.
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