Test Code UVMA Vanillylmandelic Acid (VMA)
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB452
Epic Description: VMA, URINE
Synonym
VMA
Specimen Type
Urine, Timed
Specimen Required
Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
---|---|---|---|
Preferred |
Timed urine container with no preservative |
Entire timed urine collection | Entire timed urine collection |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Store urine container in refrigerator during collection period. Measure timed urine and record volume and collection time on label. Aliquot urine into brown plastic aliquot bottle. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
Urine
Optimum 5.0 mL
Minimum 1.5 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: ARUP Laboratories, Referral code: 80421
Assay Frequency
Sunday, Tuesday – Saturday
Routine Turnaround Time
3 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Measure timed urine and record volume and collection time on label. Aliquot urine into brown plastic aliquot bottle. Transport to laboratory. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
84585
Patient Preparation
Refer to Timed Urine collection instructions in the introduction section of this manual.