Methodology
Colorimetric (C)
Synonyms
Delta-ALA; Porphyria; Aminolevulinic Acid; D-Aminolevulinic Acid; D-ALA; ALA
Specimen Type
Urine, Random
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics Chantilly
Epic ID
LAB4134
Lab Test Days
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Standard TAT
1-4 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.6-2 mL Random Urine
Container Type
Sterile Container
Collection Instructions
Protect from light. No preservatives. Do not use first morning void, late evening specimen (after 8 P.M.) or specimen after excessive fluid intake.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 30 Days
Rejection Criteria
Received room temp; Not protected from light
Test Volume Required
2 mL Random Urine
Minimum Test Volume
0.6 mL Random Urine
Processing Instructions
Protect from light.
CPT Codes
82135
Revised
10-14-18
Initials
SL