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HelpTest Code LAB1936 Alpha Aminoadipic Semialdehyde, Urine
Additional Codes
UR AASA
Clinical System Name
Alpha Aminoadipic Semialdehyde, Urine
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Urine
Container(s): Sterile Screw-Capped Container
Preferred Vol: 1.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 0.5 mL
Processing Instructions
Reject due to: Thawed sample
Spin: N
Aliquot: Y
Temp: -20 C
Storage Location: Transfer a maximum of 10.0 mL urine (Min. 0.5 mL) into a Falcon tube. Place the aliquot in the Send Outs rack in the CPA -20 freezer.
Off-site Collection: Transfer a maximum of 10.0 mL urine (Min. 0.5 mL) into a Falcon tube. Freeze at -20 C.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Urine | Room Temp |
Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | Unacceptable | |
| Frozen |
Indefinite |
Performing Laboratory
Medical Neurogenetics (MNG) Laboratories
5424 Glenridge Drive NE
Atlanta, GA 30342
Phone Number: (678) 225-0222
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
Synonyms
Piperideine-6-carboxylic acid (P6C)
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | 10 - 14 d |
Methodology
Method: LC/MS/MS
Analytical Volume: 0.5 mL Urine
Limitations:
Reference Range
Interpretive report provided.
CPT Codes
82017
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | Alpha Aminoadipic Semialdehyde (Urine) |
| Reference Lab Test Code: | |
| Instructions: |
Ship on dry ice Monday through Friday via FedEx Priority Overnight. Saturday deliveries are accepted. |