Methylmalonic Acid (MMA), Urine
Fasting Required:
No
Specimen:
Urine
Lab:
Quest Diagnostics
Results:
Test run on Tues and Fri, report available in 7-10 business days
Note: Result turnaround times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
Description:
Methylmalonic Acid(MMA) is a substance produced when proteins (amino acids) in the body break down. MMA is used to help detect early and/or mild vitamin B12 deficiency, especially at the tissue level.
If an individual has kidney disease, he may have a high level of MMA in his blood. If the kidneys are not functioning properly, they cannot properly eliminate MMA in the urine, causing MMA to accumulate in the blood.
Includes:
Creatinine
Alternative Name(s):
MMA