Micronutrient, Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
Use
Measures blood levels of coenzyme Q10, a vital antioxidant involved in cellular energy production. CoQ10 supports heart and muscle function, and may help assess deficiency related to aging, medication use (e.g., statins), fatigue, or oxidative stress and guide dietary supplementation or therapeutic interventions.
Special Instructions
Fasting is not required. Patients should not take Coenzyme Q10 supplements the morning of the test. This test may be ordered as part of an antioxidants micronutrient panel but is also available separately.
Limitations
Not provided.
New York Approved
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 27923-2
Result Turnaround Time
2-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Container
Serum separator tube (SST); amber tube or protect from light
Collection Instructions
Collect serum; protect from light; centrifuge and transfer to amber tube
Patient Preparation
Fasting not required; do not take CoQ10 supplement the morning of test
Causes for Rejection
Specimen not protected from light; red top tube
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 6 weeks |