Test ID NBLD0478 Neurotransmitter Metabolites
Specimen Type/Requirements
CSF submitted in a MNG collection kit
Each collection kit contains 5 microcentrifuge tubes.
Fill the tubes sequentially to the marked line on each tube.
Or collect entire sample into a single sterile tube, which is considered a pooled CSF sample.
Freeze immediately at -80 until shipping.
Submit a Medical Neurogenetic Request Form with sample. (see Resources)
Fill the tubes sequentially to the marked line on each tube.
Or collect entire sample into a single sterile tube, which is considered a pooled CSF sample.
Freeze immediately at -80 until shipping.
Submit a Medical Neurogenetic Request Form with sample. (see Resources)
Specimen Volume
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Tube Number | Preferred Volume |
---|---|
1 | 0.5 mL |
2 | 0.5 mL |
3 | 1.0 mL* |
4 | 1.0 mL |
5 | 0.5 mL |
* = contains antioxidants necessary to protect the sample integrity
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Friday
Report Available
10 - 14 days
Methodology
HPLC-Electrochemistry
Performing Lab
Medical Neurogenetics
CPT
82542, 83497, 83150
Interface Build Information
Result Code | Result Code Description |
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8063 | See Scanned Report |
Stability/Transport
Room Temperature | not acceptable | |
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Refrigerated | not acceptable | |
Frozen | only | preferred for transport |