Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD00551Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Micronutrient, Vitamin B6, Plasma
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
This test measures the concentration of vitamin B6 (pyridoxal phosphate) in plasma to assess B6 nutritional status and support clinical decision-making regarding supplementation or dietary adjustments.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Automated Analyzer (Clinical Chemistry)
Biomarkers
Pyridoxal phosphate
AnalytePyridoxal phosphate • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
LOINC Codes
Result Codes
- 30552-4
Result Turnaround Time
6 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Plasma
Volume
3 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Container
EDTA (lavender-top) tube, protected from light
Collection Instructions
Collect frozen plasma in EDTA (lavender-top) tube protected from light.
Storage Instructions
Frozen
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Frozen | 6 days |
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