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5HIAA; Urine

Alternative Names:

Hydroxyindoleacetic Acid 5; Urine
HIAA

Laboratory:

Clinical Biochemistry

Test Code:

U5HIAAT

Specimen Types:

Urine 24 hour

Container Types:

Urine Bottle ACID

Collection & Request Instructions:

Role in the diagnosis of Carcinoid Syndrome

Special Requirements : Patient should avoid ingestion of bananas 24 hrs prior commencement of urine collection and during the period of urine collection

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Weekly

External Laboratory:

Women's and Children's Pathology Services, RCH

Additional Notes:

Reference Interval:

5HIAA: < 50 umol/24hrs

Assay Performed: Complex Biochemistry, RCH
Phone: 9345 4200
Laboratory Hours: 0830 - 1700 Monday to Friday, (excluding Pub Hol)