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Chemistry & Basic Tests
Homocysteine
Amino acid linked to increased cardiovascular disease risk when elevated. Also indicates B vitamin deficiency.
CPT code
83090
Turnaround time
24–72 hours
Fasting required
No fasting needed
Collection container
Gold Top (SST)
About this test
Amino acid linked to increased cardiovascular disease risk when elevated. Also indicates B vitamin deficiency.
Specimen requirements
Collection container
Gold Top (SST)
gold top
Specimen
Serum
How to prepare
- 1
Bring a valid photo ID to your appointment
- 2
Plan for a 15–30 minute visit
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