Test Overview
Method
Liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
Result Included
Methylmalonic Acid
Specimen
Containers
Preferred Containers
Plasma K2 EDTA (Lavender top);Serum (Red top)
Acceptable Containers
Serum (gold top)
Volume
Sample Volume
3.0 mL
Minimum Volume
3.0 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Separate within 6 hours of collection. Store and send frozen.
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
15 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Methylmalonic Acidµmol/L0.10 - 0.40
Values up to 2.0 µmol/L are not uncommon in patients with renal failure or systemic disease without evidence of Vitamin B12 deficiency.mg/dL x 59.2
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MMA P | Methylmalonic Acid | 28648 | umol/L |
| Test Comment | 40002 |
Test Version
Last Updated
2024-02-27