VITAMIN B6 PLASMA
General Information
HLAB/HOL Code: VITB6
UPHSM LIS Test #: 969
Schedule:
Testing Time:
Testing Lab: Labcorp
UPHSM LIS Test #: 969
Schedule:
Testing Time:
Testing Lab: Labcorp
Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified
Volume: 2 (1.0) mL Plasma
Temperature: Refrigerated
Tube Type: Plasma EDTA Or Green Top Heparin (Foil Wrapped)
Collection Info:
Collection: Draw blood. Immediately separate plasma from red cells. Protect specimen from light.
Causes for Rejection: Specimen not protected from light; hemolysis; use of anticoagulants other than EDTA or heparin
Temperature: Refrigerated
Tube Type: Plasma EDTA Or Green Top Heparin (Foil Wrapped)
Collection Info:
Collection: Draw blood. Immediately separate plasma from red cells. Protect specimen from light.
Causes for Rejection: Specimen not protected from light; hemolysis; use of anticoagulants other than EDTA or heparin
Methods
High-pressure liquid chromatography (HPLC) with fluorescence detection, measuring the biologically active form of vitamin B6 − pyridoxal-5-phosphate
CPT Codes
84207
* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.
