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Epic EAP: LAB835
Epic Description: METHYLMALONIC ACID, SERUM
Synonym
Methylmalonaie
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel |
6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
| Alternate | Lavender, EDTA | 6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Freeze specimen. Transport frozen on dry ice.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 2.0 mL
Minimum 1.0 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Warde Laboratories, Referral code: MMA01
http://www.wardelab.com/test_page.asp?test=METHYLMALONIC+ACID
Assay Frequency
Monday – Friday
Routine Turnaround Time
5 days, excluding weekends and holidays
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Transport to laboratoyr. Freeze specimen if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
83921
Patient Preparation
Patient should be fasting.