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Amino Acids (Random Urine)

Alias: UAA

Discipline: Clinical Chemistry

Test information: Urine amino acid analysis is only indicated in the diagnosis of disorders of amino acid transport (cystinuria, lysinuric protein intolerance, Hartnup disease). For adults with ?Cystunuria, please request a 'Cystinuria screen'.

Specimen Type(s)
  • Urine;
Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)
N/A
Specimen Container - Adult
  • Plain Universal / Yellow Top Monovette;
Specimen Container - Paediatric
  • Plain Universal;
Analytes
  • N/A;
Part of a test profile?
No
Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory
1 ml
Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport
Nappies are not accepted.
Maximum add on time
N/A
Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation
Written report
UKAS number
8071
UKAS accredited test?
Yes
Comments
N/A

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Last updated: 25-05-2023