AMINOLEVULINIC ACID URINE

General Information

HLAB/HOL Code: ALACU
UPHSM LIS Test #: 7854
Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday
Testing Time: 3-7 Days
Testing Lab: Mayo Labs

Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified

Volume: 2.0 mL Random Urine
Temperature: Refrigerated
Tube Type: 1 Sterile Urine container
Collection Info:
1.  Patient should abstain from alcohol for 24 hours prior to and during testing.
2.  Collect a random urine specimen.

Methods

LC-MS/MS

CPT Codes

82135

* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

Reference Range

<1 year               < or= 10 nmol/mL
1 - 17 years       < or= 20 nmol/mL
> or = 18 years <  or = 15 nmol/mL