Coenzyme Q10, Leukocytes.
Test Mnemonic
LEUK10
CPT Codes
- 82542 - QTY (1)
Performing Laboratory
Medical Neurogenetics
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 mL | Whole blood | ACD A or B (Yellow) | Ambient |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 5 days |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | 5 days |
Days Performed
Mon - Fri
Turnaround Time
11 - 15 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) |
Reference Range
| Coenzyme Q10, Leukocytes | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sex | Age From | Age To | Type | Range | Range Unit |
| Freetext | 66-183 pmol/mg protein |
Special Info
Specimen collection on Friday is discouraged. If unable to ship same day, refrigerate specimen.
Clinical Info
This test is used for diagnosis of Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) deficiency that is inherited or acquired.