| Laboratory: | Clinical Biochemistry (METABOLIC) |
| Test Name: |
ACYLGLYCINES - (U)
Test Code:
MISM
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| Clinical Information: |
Description: Measurement of acylglycines in the urine by GC-MS for specific inborn errors of metabolism.
Test Indications:Second-tier test following abnormal NBS, acylcarnitine or organic acid profiles. For very selected inborn errors of metabolism. Test Approval Requirements: F260-11-02 Biochemistry Approval for Test Referral Form Recommendations: Please indicate diet and drug therapy information. |
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| Specimen Required: |
Urine: 10.0 mL
Pediatric Urine: 5.0 mL
Collection Information: Random, no preservatives Special Processing: Store and ship frozen. Specimen Stability: Ambient: N/A Refrigerated: 9 days Frozen: 416 days |
| Referral: |
Shipping & Storage: Store and ship frozen to Biochemical Genetics Lab (HSC).
Send the original requisition or a clear copy with the sample. Referred Out Location: Mayo Clinic Laboratories Test ID AGU20 |
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| Reference Values: |
Method of Analysis: Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS)
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