MMAS
Methylmalonic Acid
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3646
Synonyms:
MMA
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Serum Gel (Preferred), Red Top
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
1.5 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Specimen Processing:
Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Frozen - 48 days
Refrigerated (Preferred) - 48 days
Room temperature - 48 days
CPT Codes:
83921 - Methylmalonic Acid (EAP 30021418)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Friday
Turnaround Time:
4-6 Days
Method:
Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
Reference Ranges:
Please refer to the performing lab report for applicable reference ranges