Delta-aminolevulinic acid ALA
Test the level of delta-aminolevulinic acid (ALA) in urine.

Centrum Medyczne Damiana

Dom Lekarski
Waiting time for the result up to 20 days

Medicover
Waiting time for the result up to 30 days

Przebadani

Synevo
- Test description
- Wyniki badań laboratoryjnych
Delta-aminolevulinic acid is the first element in the pathway of
of heme synthesis ( delta-aminolevulinic acid (ALA), porphobilinogen
(PBG), uroporphyrinogen, coproporphyrinogen, protoporphyrinogen,
protoporphyrinogen, heme). Therefore, the assay is used in
diagnosis of porphyria. The test is also used to assess
exposure to lead (lead inhibits the enzyme that converts acid
delta-aminolevulinic acid, increasing its accumulation).
Diagnosis of pheochromocytoma of the adrenal glands, aorta and arteries
iliac arteries.