ORGANIC ACIDS, PLASMA
- Code
- 000.0000
- Name
- ORGANIC ACIDS, PLASMA
- Category
- None
- Department
- Send-Out
- Start Date
- Expiration Date
- Synonyms
- CPT Codes
- 83918
- Site
- SBMF
- Reference Test
- 44178
Specimen Information
- Type
Green, Sodium or Lithium Heparin
- Volume
2.0 ml
- Transport Info
CRITICAL FROZEN – Separate samples must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered
Remove plasma from cells within one hour of collection
Centrifuge and immediately transfer serum to separate plastic tube
Frozen- Fasting Required?
- False
- Patient Instructions
Clinical information is needed for appropriate interpretation
Additional required information includes age, gender, diet (e.g. TNP therapy), drug therapy, and family history
Biochemical Genetics Patient History Form is available on the ARUP Web site or by contacting Client Services- Reference Range
See Report
The Organic Acids, Urine test is more sensitive than the Organic Acids, Plasma test. Therefore, urine is the preferred specimen to use when screening for inherited disorders of metabolism- Methodology
Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS)
Clinical Significance