Test Name: Carnitine: Free/Total 
Alternate Test Names Blood Carnitine Profile 
PLS Test Code   Laboratory Biochemistry 
Specimen Blood  Analysis Performed On Serum 
Container Serum Separator Tube (SST)  Container colour White 
Multiple specimens OR Lithium Heparin Gel Tube 
Required Volume Adult (mL) Req Vol Paediatric (mL)
Reference Ranges  
Turnaround Time Routine 4 Weeks  Turnaround Time Urgent  
Turnaround Other  
Days test is performed Fortnightly  Transport 4 degrees C (On Ice) 
Special Requirements Do NOT collect on Friday or weekends 
Patient Preparation None 
Collection Instructions Venepuncture. Plasma Specimen Preferred. 
Clinical Information  
Sent to Reference Laboratory Yes 
Ref Laboratory Name Royal Children's Hospital, Tel: Biochem (Core Lab) 03 9345 5906, Biochem 03 9345 5, Address: Laboratory Service, Flemington Road, Parkville VIC 3052 
Estimated Patient Fee N/A 
Last Updated 18-Mar-2008 (Version: 1.05)