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HelpTest Code LAB10008 Metanephrines, Fractionated, Free, Plasma
Additional Codes
Mayo Test Code: PMET
Useful For
Screening test for presumptive diagnosis of catecholamine-secreting pheochromocytomas or paragangliomas
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Plasma EDTASpecimen Required
Patient Preparation: Use of an Epi-pen within the last 7 days may produce inaccurate results.
Collection Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot plasma into a plastic vial within 2 hours of collection.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma EDTA | Frozen (preferred) | 28 days | |
| Refrigerated | 14 days | ||
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reference Values
METANEPHRINE, FREE
<0.50 nmol/L
NORMETANEPHRINE, FREE
<0.90 nmol/L
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
83835
Report Available
2 to 5 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Method Name
Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following forms with the specimen:
-General Request (T239)
-Oncology Test Request (T729)