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HelpTest Code LAB3091 Glutaric + 3-hydroxyglutaric Acid
Additional Codes
GlutAc
Clinical System Name
Glutaric + 3-hydroxyglutaric Acid
Synonyms
Glutaric Acidemia Type 1
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Red or Gold SST
Preferred Vol: 2.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 1.0 mL
Note:
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: -20 C
Storage Location: Transfer 1.0 mL (Min. 0.5 mL) serum to a plastic aliquot tube. Place the aliquot in the CPA -20 freezer Send Outs rack.
Off-site Collection: Spin, aliquot, and freeze within ONE hour of collection.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Room Temp |
Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | ||
| Frozen |
|
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | 7 - 10 d |
Performing Laboratory
Children's Hospital Colorado
Biochemical Genetics Laboratory
Clinical Laboratory - Room B0200
13123 E. 16th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045
Phone: (720) 777-6711
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
CPT Codes
82544
Methodology
Method: Stable isotope dilution gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC/MS)
Analytical Volume: 0.5 mL Serum
Limitations:
Reference Range
Normal: < 250 ng/mL
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | Glutaric & 3-Hydroxyglutaric Acids (Quantitative) |
| Reference Lab Test Code: |
L6742 (Serum) |
| Instructions: |
Ship frozen Monday through Thursday via FedEx Priority Overnight. Saturday deliveries are not accepted. |