Metanephrine (Plasma)
Test Information
Test Name
Metanephrine (Plasma)
Synonyms
Normetanephrines, Metadrenaline, Normetadrenaline, Pheochromocytoma Screen, 3 Methoxytyramine; Catecholamine metabolites
Price
$80.00
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Preferred Specimen
Heparin
Testing Location
Referral
Turn Around Time
6 weeks
Collection Information
Preparation
- Pre-chill tube and collect sample on ice
- Deliver to lab ASAP
Processing Information
Registration Code
META
Notes
- Keep on ice, separate and freeze within 4 hours
Alternative Specimen
EDTA
Methodology
Interpretations
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External Referral Information
Referral Location
Canterbury Health Laboratories (via Waikato Hospital Laboratory)
Send Away Volume
1.5 mL plasma
Send Away Transport
Frozen
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