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HelpTest Code LAB1059 Organic Acids Screen, Random, Urine
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Reporting Name
Organic Acids Scrn, USpecimen Type
UrineNecessary Information
1. Patient's age is required.
2. Biochemical Genetics Patient Information (T602) is recommended, but not required, to be filled out and sent with the specimen to aid in the interpretation of test results.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Urine Tubes, 10 mL (T068)
Collection Container/Tube: Clean, plastic urine collection container
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic, 10-mL urine tube
Specimen Volume: 10 mL
Pediatric: If insufficient collection volume, submit as much specimen as possible in a single container; the laboratory will determine if volume is sufficient for testing.
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect a random urine specimen.
2. No preservative.
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urine | Frozen (preferred) | 416 days | |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
Specimen Minimum Volume
4 mL
Special Instructions
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Specimen Retention Time
2 monthsReport Available
3 to 5 daysReference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Useful For
Diagnosis of inborn errors of metabolism
CPT Code Information
83919
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| OAU | Organic Acids Scrn, U | 49287-6 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 80619 | Organic Acids Scrn, U | 49287-6 |
Disease States
- Alkaptonuria
Forms
1. Biochemical Genetics Patient Information (T602)
2. If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Biochemical Genetics Test Request (T798) with the specimen.