Test & specimen information
Cystine
Overview
This is a metabolic screening test for the diagnosis of suspected cystinuria - the build-up of the amino acid cystine in urine.
Patients suspected of having cystinuria should have a urine metabolic screen which will detect the characteristic pattern of amino acids and also detect several other inborn errors of metabolism associated with kidney stones/urolithiasis.
Test type
Biochemistry
Turnaround time
5 working days
Cost
$150 (partial rebate MBS)