Amino Acids (Urine)

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Testing Laboratory

Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland Hospital

Department

Refer to Testing Lab link

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

UAMI

Test Code (Numeric Code)

7437

Laboratory Handling

Phlebotomy

Collect 10mL fresh casual urine ON ICE. This may not be possible for baby samples. Clinical details required If organic acid is also requested only one specimen is required.

Laboratory

Send frozen sample. Send whatever is available on next courier - do not delay sending to LabPlus.

Sample Stability

These can be tested and remain stable at -20C for 4 weeks. Record any delays on the request form.

Synonyms

Urine metabolic profile

Turnaround Time

2 weeks

Test is available urgently if required contact BG laboratory on x22016 or via LabLink

Specimen Type

  • Urine

Specimen Type

  • Urine

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • BD Urine Tube (no additive)
Preferred
  • BD Urine Tube (no additive)
Acceptable
  • Specimen Container
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)

10

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • BD Urine Tube (no additive)
Acceptable
  • Specimen Container

Last updated: 13/11/2026