GCMS (111 Conditions )

Test Name

GCMS (111 Conditions )

Lab Visit

Test Code

NBS006

Test Components/ Genes/ Parameters

111+metabolic disorders

Sample Report

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Test Information

TAT DETAILS

48 Hrs

PRE-TEST INSTRUCTIONS

CLINICAL UTILITY

To identify and treat metabolic disorders early on To prevent severe health complications associated with these disorders To help doctors formulate appropriate treatment plans

SPECIMEN STABILITY

METHODOLOGY

GCMS

STORAGE TEMPERATURE

SPECIMEN TYPE

2 strips urine sample, backup -DBS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this Test?

To detect metabolic disorders or inborn errors of metabolism

What does it measure?

How to prepare yourself for the test?

When should you consider this test/ when this test is recommended?

the baby has a family history of metabolic disorders or inborn errors of metabolism, the baby shows symptoms such as poor feeding, lethargy, vomiting, or seizures, or the mother has had metabolic disorders or if there were complications during pregnancy.

Test Process/ how is the (test name) test performed?

What are the risks of the (test name) test?

No risk

How to read the test report?/ What the results may indicate?

If any of the analyte levels are significantly high or low, it may indicate a metabolic disorder or an inborn error of metabolism. Further confirmatory testing will be required, and the child may need treatment.