METHYLMALONIC ACID, URINE, QUANTITATIVE
| The assay is a specific diagnostic marker for methylmalonic acidemias which can be congenital or acquired. The acquired causes are more common and usually found in patients with cobalamine (Vitamin B12) deficiency as a consequence of intestinal malabsorption, impaired digestion or poor diet. Other causes are renal insufficiency, hypovolemia and bacterial overgrowth in small intestine |
Pre-test Information : No special preparation required |
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Report Delivery : Same Day |
METHYLMALONIC ACID, URINE, QUANTITATIVE
| Test Code | M-029 |
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| Test Description | **METHYLMALONIC ACID, URINE, QUANTITATIVE |
| Clinical Category | Metabolic Disorders |
| Sample | 10 ml (5 ml min.) aliquot of first morning urine in a sterile container |
| Method/Technology | LC-MS/MS |
| Storage/Temp | |
| Reporting Time | Daily |