Evaluating inborn errors of metabolism such as urea cycle disorders in neonates.
Assisting in diagnosis of liver failure or hepatic encephalopathy from advanced liver disease in adults.
Assisting in diagnosis of liver failure or hepatic encephalopathy from advanced liver disease in adults.
Plasma
0.5 mL
Send on ice.
Room Temperature: 30 min
Fridge: 2 hours @ 2-8°C
Freezer: 3 days @ -20°C
Roche cobas c 502, enzymatic
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
1 hour
3 hours
< 49 µmol/L
In case of discrepancies, always interpret results using reference ranges as stated on laboratory reports and/or electronic patient chart.
In case of discrepancies, always interpret results using reference ranges as stated on laboratory reports and/or electronic patient chart.
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Patient should be fasting and avoid smoking prior to collection.