Test Code GAA Acid Maltase Activity (Acid Alpha Glucosidase)
Collection Container
Lavender (EDTA)
Specimen Required
Blood
Other Acceptable Specimen Types
Pre-dried blood spots on a newborn screening card
Special Handling Instructions
Collect only on Monday through Thursday, must be received in the Chemistry Lab by 2:00 pm
Specimen Volume
5 mL
Minimum Specimen Volume
3 mL
Methodology
Enzyme activity
CPT Code
82657
EMR Interface Order Code
06985