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Metanephrines Pheochromocytoma Evaluation

Order Code
004044
CPT
82570, 83835
Test Details
Synonyms

Pheochromocytoma Evaluation

TAT

11 days

Methodology

Metanephrines: liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS-MS), creatinine: alkaline picric acid

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Panel combining plasma and urine metanephrines. Gold standard for pheochromocytoma diagnosis.

Specimen Type

Urine (first morning)

Volume

10 mL

Specimen Container

Random urine transport tube with no preservative or 6N HCl.

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
Room temperature 7 days
Refrigerated 14 days
Frozen 14 days
Order Code
004044
CPT
82570, 83835
Test Details
Synonyms

Pheochromocytoma Evaluation

TAT

11 days

Methodology

Metanephrines: liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS-MS), creatinine: alkaline picric acid

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Panel combining plasma and urine metanephrines. Gold standard for pheochromocytoma diagnosis.

Specimen Type

Urine (first morning)

Volume

10 mL

Specimen Container

Random urine transport tube with no preservative or 6N HCl.

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
Room temperature 7 days
Refrigerated 14 days
Frozen 14 days