Test directory: Delta-ALA, Random Urine

Ordering Code4394
Test NameDelta-ALA, Random Urine
AliasDelta Aminolevulinic Acid
ALA
Aminolevulinic Acid
Preferred SpecimenUrine, Random
Preferred ContainerSterile Container
Optimum Volume20 mL
Collection InstructionsDo not use first morning void, late evening specimen (after 8:00 PM), or specimen after excessive fluid intake.
Handling InstructionsFoil specimen to protect from light
Keep refrigerated.
Transport RequirementsOahu: Refrigerated
Airline: Refrigerated
Specimen StabilityAmbient: Not Stable
Refrigerated: 1 Week
Frozen: 1 Month
Rejection CriteriaAmbient, Not protected from light, Preservatives used
Avail. StatNO
Analytic TimeUp to 10 Days
MethodologyColorimetric
Reference Lab Quest Diagnostic Lab-NI

Reference range(s)

The reference ranges listed below are valid on this date of April 25, 2024.
ComponentAgeMale NormMale Critical LowMale Critical HighFemale NormFemale Critical HighFemale Critical LowUnitsAdd'l info
Delta-ALA, Random UrineALLSee report.