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HelpTest ID NBLD0048 Aminolevulinic Acid, 24 Hour Urine
AKA
Porphyria
Delta-Aminolevulinic Acid
ALA
Specimen Type/Requirements
24 hour urine container - Aliquot from a well mixed 24 hour urine specimen
24-Hour Urine Collection Instructions English
24-Hour Urine Collection Instructions Spanish
Keep 24 hour urine without preservative refrigerated during collection.
Send aliquot protected from light.
24 hour urine total volume is required.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 2.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.6 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Unacceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days | Preferred for transport |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday,Wednesday,Friday
Report Available
2 days
Methodology
Colorimetric
Performing Lab
Quest Chantilly
CPT
82135
Interface Build Information
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 6470 | Volume 24 Hour Urine |
| 198 | ALA 24 Hour Urine |