Catecholamines (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Alternate Names	Plasma Catecholamines, Noradrenaline, Norepinephrine, Catecholamines Level
Test Code	PMET
Testing Laboratory	Clinical Pharmacology
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	Lithium Heparin - No Gel (Green Top)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	This test is not currently offered. Any request for plasma catecholamines will be tested for plasma metanephrines instead. Testing for Plasma Free Metanephrines (the O-methylated metabolites of catecholamines) is now considered the preferred test in screening for the presence of neuroendocrine secreting tumours such as phaeochromocytomas and paragangliomas. Ref: Lenders et al 2002, JAMA 287:1427-1434 If further discussion is required, please contact the Chemical Pathologist, ph: (03) 9496 5140.
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Transport on ice
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	None
Min Test Volume	1mL
Add On Test Suitability	This test cannot be added after 72 hours of collection.