Unit Code 9359:
Biotinidase, Blood
Useful For
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Preferred test for diagnosing biotinidase deficiency
Follow-up testing for certain organic acidurias
Genetics Test Information
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Preferred test to rule out biotinidase deficiency.
Second tier molecular testing is available.
Please see #89012 "Biotinidase Deficiency, BTD Full Gene Analysis"
for specimen requirements.
Method Name
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Colorimetric
Reporting Name
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Biotinidase, B
Ordering Mnemonic
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BIOT
Aliases
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Biotin-amide amidohydrolase
Soft-BIOT


