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Reference Interval:
#ExistRefRange>< 11 µmol/L, for both male and female
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#ExistInterpData>Plasma total homocysteine (tHcy) is a graded risk factor for cardiovascular disease. The risk increases progressively with homocysteine concentration. Maintenance of homocysteine levels below 15 µmol/L is recommended.
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#ExistInterpDataTable> | Plasma Total Homocysteine graded risk factor for cardiovascular disease (Clin Chem 2009; 55:378-84):
| | Less than 11 µmol/L 11-14 µmol/L 15-29 µmol/L Greater than 29 µmol/L
| Desirable Intermediate High Very High
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False elevations of plasma or serum homocysteine may occur if the plasma or serum is not promptly separated from the cells at the time of collection.
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| CPT Code(s): |
83090
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