Homovanillic Acid (HVA)

Specimen type

Random urine sample in a plain universal tube

Pre-analytical handling requirements

None

Reference ranges and test units

Age and sex appropriate reference ranges and units are reported with all clinical results. Reference ranges and units can also be found on the ‘Procedure Catalogue’ in EPIC.

Test use

Please refer to: https://labtestsonline.org.uk/

Performing laboratory

This test is sent to an external laboratory for analysis. Locations of all external laboratories are quoted on the result reports, and can be found on the ‘Procedure Catalogue’ in EPIC.

Test turnaround time

2 – 3 weeks

Add-on availability

This test can be added onto a random urine sample stored in the laboratory for up to 4 days from sample collection/receipt.

UKAS accreditation

Please refer to the UKAS website for test accreditation status.

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