Methodology
Modern Automated Amino Acid Analyzer or Tandem Mass Spectrometry
Synonyms
Amino Acid
Specimen Type
Blood Spots
Performing Lab
UCSD Biochemical Genetics
Epic ID
LAB00509
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
7-9 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
3-5 Blood Spots
Container Type
Blood Spot Card
Collection Instructions
Fill 3-5 spots, allow to air dry for 4 hours after collection.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Ambient-Only
Test Volume Required
5 Blood Spots
Minimum Test Volume
3 Blood Spots
Processing Instructions
Complete UCSD Biochemical Genetics requisition and submit with specimen room temp.
Comments
Amino Acids and PKU Panel include the same tests. Used to monitor dietary management of phenylketonuria.
CPT Codes
82136
Revised
07-14-17
Initials
SL