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Enzyme Biotinidase Deficiency

Order Code
402362
CPT
82261
Test Details
Synonyms

Biotinidase Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Late Onset

TAT

14 days

Methodology

Determination of enzyme activity with biotin-4-aminobenzoic acid

Remarks

Please note that high doses of Biotin supplement may potentially interfere with the results for this test The effect of Biotin interference can be greatly reduced or eliminated if the sample is taken at least 8 hours following the last Biotin administration For more information pleases contact the laboratory

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Screens for biotinidase deficiency in newborns. Treatable inborn error of metabolism.

Specimen Type

Serum

Volume

3 mL

Specimen Container

Red-top tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Frozen 1 month
Order Code
402362
CPT
82261
Test Details
Synonyms

Biotinidase Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Late Onset

TAT

14 days

Methodology

Determination of enzyme activity with biotin-4-aminobenzoic acid

Remarks

Please note that high doses of Biotin supplement may potentially interfere with the results for this test The effect of Biotin interference can be greatly reduced or eliminated if the sample is taken at least 8 hours following the last Biotin administration For more information pleases contact the laboratory

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Screens for biotinidase deficiency in newborns. Treatable inborn error of metabolism.

Specimen Type

Serum

Volume

3 mL

Specimen Container

Red-top tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Frozen 1 month