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Metanephrines, 24Hr Urine

Test Code
LAB409


CPT Codes
83835

Includes
Metanephrine, Normetanephrine, Total Metanephrines


Preferred Specimen
24 Hour Urine container with HCl


Instructions
After urine collection, add 25 mL of 6N HCl to maintain a pH below 3. Urine without preservative is acceptable if pH is below 6 and the sample is shipped frozen. Record 24-hour urine volume on test request form and urine vial. Record patients age on test request form and urine vial.


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Methodology
Liquid Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS/MS)



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.