AMINOLEVULINIC ACID (ALA), 24 HR URINE
Marquette General Health System
Alpha Code |
ALAC | |
MGH LIS Test No |
725 | |
Schedule |
Monday, Wednesday, Friday | |
Testing Time |
2 days | |
Testing Lab |
Mayo Labs | |
QORR Test Code |
ALAC | |
Type |
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Volume |
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Temperature |
Refrigerate | |
Preservative |
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Collection Info |
15 mL (pediatric: 10 mL) from a 24-hour urine collection. Add 25 mL of 50% acetic acid as preservative at start of collection. Use 15 mL of 50% acetic acid for children <5 years old. This preservative is intended to achieve a pH of between approximately 2.0 and 4.0. Protect specimen from light. NOTE: 24-HOUR VOLUME IS REQUIRED ON REQUEST FORM FOR PROCESSING. |
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Clinical Utilities CPT Codes Reference Range
82135
0-8 months: not established *
9 months-5 years: 0.00-0.66 mg/dL *
> or = 6 years: 1.5-7.5 mg/24 hours
*Davis J, Andelman S: Urinary delta-aminolevulinic acid (ALA)
levels in lead poisoning. Arch Environ Health 1967;15:53-59
Component Information
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