beta-hydroxybutyrate

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beta-hydroxybutyrate
beta-hydroxybutyrate, OHB
0.25 mL Fluoride EDTA (yellow). Plasma must be separated and frozen within 1 hour of venepuncture.

This test is referred to another centre:

Chemical Pathology
Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Western Bank
Sheffield 
S10 2TH

Used in the investigation of hypoglycaemia
Sample should be taken during the hypoglycaemic attack. Contact referral laboratory for more information
Contact referral laboratory
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Laboratory Instructions: 
CENTRIFUGE SAMPLE at 4C Degrees and Place in Fridge