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Arylsulfatase A Deficiency Leukocytes

Order Code
402396
CPT
82657
Test Details
Synonyms

ASA Deficiency, Metachromatic Leukodystrophy (MLD)

TAT

18 days

Methodology

Determination of enzymatic activity with p-nitrocatechol sulfate

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Measures enzyme activity in leukocytes to diagnose metachromatic leukodystrophy.

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Volume

15 mL

Specimen Container

Yellow-top (ACD) tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 4 days
Order Code
402396
CPT
82657
Test Details
Synonyms

ASA Deficiency, Metachromatic Leukodystrophy (MLD)

TAT

18 days

Methodology

Determination of enzymatic activity with p-nitrocatechol sulfate

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Measures enzyme activity in leukocytes to diagnose metachromatic leukodystrophy.

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Volume

15 mL

Specimen Container

Yellow-top (ACD) tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 4 days