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Beta Carotene Blood Test

Total reviews 410

$84.00 $56.00

Total reviews 410


  • Tests Included: 1

  • Est. 5-7 (business days) Turnaround

  • Specimen type: Blood

  • Quest Diagnostics Location

Beta Carotene, a fat soluble nutrient, is a precursor to vitamin A. Deficiencies may lead to vitamin A deficiency. Excessive vitamin A intake may lead to headaches, loss of appetite, nausea and diarrhea, skin changes, and potential birth defects.

$84.00 $56.00
  • Tests Included: 1

  • Est. 5-7 (business days) Turnaround

  • Specimen type: Blood

  • Quest Diagnostics Location

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Carotene

  • Test Code: 311
  • CPT Code: 82380
  • Alternate Name: Beta-Carotene
  • Test Instructions : Overnight fasting is required

    Please do not exercise prior to testing. It is best that your blood is taken in a rested state.

  • Fasting: Yes
  • Methodology: High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
  • Results In: 5-7

    Note: Turn around times on results are an estimate and are not guaranteed. The lab may need additional time due to holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, etc. You can contact us to discuss when your results should be ready and we will contact the lab on your behalf immediately.

0-8 months Not established
9 months-6 years 5-80 mcg/dL
7-17 years 9-190 mcg/dL
   
Males ≥18 years 4-51 mcg/dL
Females ≥18 years 6-77 mcg/dL
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