Amino Acids, Plasma w/ Consultation
Test Mnemonic
PAABI
CPT Codes
- 82139 - QTY (1)
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mL | Plasma | Sodium heparin (Green) | Frozen | Remove plasma from cells within 45 minutes of collection. Freeze plasma. |
Alternate Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mL | Plasma | Lithium heparin (Green) | Frozen | Remove plasma from cells within 45 minutes of collection. Freeze plasma. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | 24 hours, after separation from cells |
| Frozen | 2 weeks, after separation from cells |
Days Performed
Mon - Fri
Turnaround Time
1 - 5 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| High Performance Liquid Chromatography with Ultraviolet Detection (HPLC-UV) |
Special Info
Indicate clinical condition, diet and/or drug therapy information (if applicable), and family history information (if relevant). Age of patient or date of birth needed.
Clinical Info
Evaluation for disorders of amino acid metabolism or mitochondrial disorders; evaluation of unexplained mental retardation, neurological deterioration, failure to thrive, recurrent vomiting, acidosis or hyperammonemia.