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Organic Acids, Plasma

OHSU Service Code:
067-6330
CPT Codes:
82541
Lab Section:
Biochemical Genetics
Specimen
Requirements:
1-3 mL blood, GREEN top tube. Deliver on ice to laboratory within 1 hr or separate plasma and transport frozen. Serum or LAVENDER top tube also okay if treated as above. For requisition slips.
Pediatric Specimen
Requirements:
1 mL blood, GREEN top tube.
Comments:
Indication: Contact lab at (503) 494-5400 for further specifications. Not recommended except for confirmation of a few specific disorders. Urine is preferred sample.