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Clinical System Name
Amino Acids Quant, CSF
Description
Quantitation of amino acids by ion exchange chromatography with post column derivatization
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Cerebral Spinal Fluid
Container(s): CSF Tube, Sterile Screw-Capped Container, Tube or Syringe
Preferred Vol: 0.5 mL
Minimum Vol: 0.25 mL
Note:
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin:N
Aliquot:N
Temp:-20 C
Storage location: BCG Box
Off-site collection: Freeze CSF in CSF tube/sterile screw-capped container/tube/syringe. Ship frozen.
Stability
| Temperature | Time |
|---|---|
| Room temp | ≤2 hrs |
| Refrigerated | 24 hrs |
| Frozen | 1 month |
Performing Laboratory
Seattle Children's Laboratory
Department
Department: Biochemical Genetics
Phone Number: 206-987-2216
Synonyms
CSF AAQNT
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | M-F | 2-5 days |
Contact the Biochemical Genetics Lab for requests outside of stated availability (206)987-2216.
Methodology
Method: Ion exchange chromatography with post column derivatization
Analytical Volume: 0.1 mL
Limitations:
Reference Range
CPT Codes
82139
Requisition
Biochemical Genetics Requisition
On the requisition include clinical information needed for appropriate interpretation. (Age, gender, diet (e.g. TPN therapy), drug therapy and family history)