Test Code SORBU Sorbitol and Mannitol, Quantitative, Random, Urine
Ordering Guidance
This is the preferred test for monitoring effectiveness of treatment in patients with phosphomannomutase 2 deficiency (PMM2-CDG). The preferred test for assessing sorbitol dehydrogenase (SORD) deficiency-related peripheral neuropathy is SORD / Sorbitol and Xylitol, Quantitative, Random, Urine
Necessary Information
Patient's age is required.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Urine Tubes, 10 mL (T068)
Container/Tube: Plastic, 10-mL urine tube
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect a random urine specimen.
2. No preservative.
Specimen Type
UrineSpecimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
Frozen | 28 days |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
Mannitol: <97 mmol/mol creatinine
Sorbitol: <35 mmol/mol creatinine
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Friday
Report Available
3 to 7 daysSpecimen Retention Time
3 monthsPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterCPT Code Information
82542