Preferred sample: 24 hr urine collection into a container PRE-ACIDIFIED with 1mol/L (5%) acetic acid. Obtain from Core Lab with collection kit (funnel and container).  See Special Requirements below

UBA includes assay of Noradrenaline, Adrenaline, Dopamine, Homovanillic Acid (HVA) and Hydroxy indole acetic acid (HIAA).

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

LAB NOTES: 24 hour urine collections must be collected into a bottle that contains 1 mol/L (5%) acetic acid as a preservative. The volume of 1 mol/ L acetic acid to be added to the bottle depends on the age of the patient. See Document number SR-W-034 or SR-P-007 for volume of acid to be added to the container prior to collection.

Ensure all age / warning labels are attached to the container.

Ensure patient / carer understands risk associate with the acid - use interpreter services if required.

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