Referred Tests
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Test ID: ALAUR
Aminolevulinic Acid, Urine
Testing Algorithm 
Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
The following algorithms are available in Special Instructions:
Specimen Type Describes the specimen type validated for testing
Urine
Advisory Information
The preferred test for lead toxicity in children is blood lead (see PBDV / Lead, Venous, with Demographics, Blood or PBDC / Lead, Capillary, with Demographics, Blood).
Necessary Information
Patient's age is required.
Specimen Required Defines the optimal specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing
Patient Preparation: Patient should abstain from alcohol for 24 hours prior to and during testing.
Supplies: Urine Tubes, 10 mL (T068)
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Collection Instructions: Collect a random urine specimen.
Special Instructions Library of PDFs including pertinent information and forms related to the test
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send an Inborn Errors of Metabolism Test Request (T798) with the specimen.
Specimen Minimum Volume Defines the amount of sample necessary to provide a clinically relevant result as determined by the Testing Laboratory
1 mL
Reject Due To Identifies specimen types and conditions that may cause the specimen to be rejected
Specimen Stability Information Provides a description of the temperatures required to transport a specimen to the performing laboratory, alternate acceptable temperatures are also included
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
| Frozen | 45 days |