Organic Acid Qualitative Analysis, Urine (Test 3000)

CPT Code(s): 83919, 82570

Service Code (IU Health): 53065512, 53065488

Ordering Recommendation: This test is intended to be used to screen for inborn errors of metabolism associated with the urinary excretion of high levels of organic acids. See the full test document section “Analytes Tested” for a list of clinically relevant urine metabolites that are screened by this assay.

Synonyms: UOA

Methodology: Gas chromatography mass spectrometry (GC-MS).

Performed: Weekly

Reported: 2-10 days

Collect: Can be collected at random, in a tube free of preservatives or other additives.

Specimen Volume: 10 mL (4 mL minimum)

Storage/Transport: Must be stored at -20°C.

Unacceptable Conditions: Specimen requirements listed above not met. Sample fully thawed during shipment. Sample has evidence of lipemia or contamination with lotions, powders or other foreign substances.

Stability: 30 days freezer (-20°C)