Laboratory Medicine
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5-Hydroxyindoleacetic acid, Random Urine (5-HIAA, Random Urine) | |
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Test Name5-Hydroxyindoleacetic acid, Random Urine (5-HIAA, Random Urine) |
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Specimen Type / RequirementsContainer Type = Sterile Container Minimum Testing Volume = 10 mL Urine |
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Specimen HandlingCollection Instructions: Collect random urine Sample in a sterile container. Please provide age, gender and clinical history to facilitate interpretation of analytical findings and recommendation of further testing or consultation. Write your initials, date and time of collection on the collection label or requisition. Special Instructions Separate from cells within 2 hours of collection. Store and send refrigerated Rejection Criteria: Leaking specimen or pH > 5.0. Stability: stable for 1 month refrigerated at 2-8°C and frozen for 90 days. Transportation: Send sample to core lab as soon as possible. |
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Required Documentation |
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Turnaround Time (TAT)7 days |
Test Utilization |
Reference Value< 5.0 umol/mmol creatinine |
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Test CodeRHIAG |
MethodologyLC-MS/MS |
Testing LocationSMH-Biochemistry |
Other InformationLast Updated: Feb 10, 2022
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