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This test measures the level of amino beta guanidinopropionate, a metabolite related to muscle and brain metabolism, in your blood.
{"Measures guanidinopropionate levels in blood serum or plasma","Helps evaluate metabolic conditions affecting muscle and brain function","Involves a simple blood draw from a vein","Results help doctors diagnose certain metabolic disorders","No special fasting preparation is typically required"}
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 30060-8
- Short code
- ABGP
- Synonyms
- AB-Gp SerPl-sCnc
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Serum separator tube (SST) or plain red top tube; EDTA plasma acceptable
- Units
- N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- ≥ 18 years
- Method
- Liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
- CPT
- 82131 (Amino acid analysis, each specimen)
- SNOMED
- 122442009
- Specimen volume
- Minimum 1.0 mL serum or plasma; 2.0 mL preferred
- Stability
- Separate serum or plasma from cells within 2 hours of collection. Store at 2-8°C if analyzing within 7 days. For longer storage, freeze at -20°C or below. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
- Hemolysis max
- 50
- Lipemia max
- 100
- Icterus max
- 20
- TAT
- 72–168 hours
- Order
- routine
What is this test?
The Amino Beta Guanidinopropionate test measures the amount of a compound called guanidinopropionate in your blood. Guanidinopropionate is a small molecule (metabolite) that comes from the breakdown of certain amino acids in your body. It is closely related to creatine, an important substance that provides energy to your muscles and brain.
Why is it done?
This test helps doctors check how your body processes certain amino acids and produces energy. It may be ordered when there are concerns about metabolic conditions that affect muscle function, brain function, or the body's ability to create creatine. Your doctor may recommend this test if you have symptoms like muscle weakness, fatigue, or neurological issues that might be related to metabolic disorders.
How is the test performed?
A healthcare professional will draw a small sample of blood from a vein in your arm using a needle. The blood sample will be sent to a laboratory for analysis. The procedure only takes a few minutes and is generally well-tolerated. You may feel a brief sting or pinch when the needle is inserted.
How to prepare
Your doctor will let you know if you need to fast or make any other preparations before the test. It is important to follow your doctor's instructions carefully. Be sure to inform your doctor about any medications, vitamins, or supplements you are taking, as they may affect the test results.
Reference range
Reference range is laboratory-specific. Contact reference laboratory for established ranges. Values may vary based on analytical method and population studied.N/A
No special preparation required. Standard phlebotomy precautions apply. Avoid hemolysis during collection.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
◆Associated findings1
Frequently asked questions
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Sources
- 1LOINC Code ReferenceSource
- 2
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