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Methylmalonic Acid (MMA) - Blood
Test Name
Methylmalonic Acid (MMA) - Blood
Test Code
SAMMA
Specimen Type
Blood - Serum Gel
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Preferred Volume
2 mL
Comments
LAB NOTES:
Centrifuge serum ASAP and store serum frozen.
Send to testing laboratory on dry ice. Do not pack dry ice in a sealed container. Use appropriate PPE
Assay Performed
Central Specimen Reception
SEALS at Prince of Wales Hospital
Level 4, Campus Building, High St
Randwick 2031
NSW
02 9382 3682
Assay Frequency
2 Weeks