Referred Tests
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Test ID: OROT
Orotic Acid, Random, Urine
Specimen Type 
Describes the specimen type validated for testing
Urine
Necessary Information
1. Patient's age is required.
2. Provide a reason for referral.
Specimen Required Defines the optimal specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing
Supplies: Urine Tubes, 10 mL (T068)
Container/Tube: Plastic, 10-mL urine tube
Specimen Volume: 10 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect a random or timed urine specimen.
2. No preservative.
Special Instructions Library of PDFs including pertinent information and forms related to the test
Forms
1. Biochemical Genetics Patient Information (T602) in Special Instructions.
2. 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
3 mL
Reject Due To Identifies specimen types and conditions that may cause the specimen to be rejected
| All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability. |
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 | Frozen | 30 days |