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Arylsulfatase A, Urine

Order Code
201752
CPT
84311
Test Details
Synonyms

ASA Deficiency, Metachromatic Leukodystrophy (MLD)

TAT

14 days

Methodology

Colorimetry

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Evaluates arylsulfatase A activity in urine. Assists in screening for metabolic leukodystrophies.

Specimen Type

24 hour urine

Volume

10 mL

Specimen Container

Plastic urine container

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

24 hour volume is required, Refrigerate during collection. No preservative.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated coolant 14 days
Order Code
201752
CPT
84311
Test Details
Synonyms

ASA Deficiency, Metachromatic Leukodystrophy (MLD)

TAT

14 days

Methodology

Colorimetry

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Evaluates arylsulfatase A activity in urine. Assists in screening for metabolic leukodystrophies.

Specimen Type

24 hour urine

Volume

10 mL

Specimen Container

Plastic urine container

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

24 hour volume is required, Refrigerate during collection. No preservative.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated coolant 14 days