Inherited Metabolic Disorders PP

Purines & Pyrimidines.

Comprehensive purine and pyrimidine profiling from urine by LC-MS/MS for detection of approximately 30 enzymatic defects.

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Method
LC-MS/MS
Sample Types
Urine
Analytes

17 analytes

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What does this test assess?

This panel enables detection of approximately 30 enzymatic defects in purine and pyrimidine metabolism through quantitative analysis of 17 bases and metabolites.

Clinical indications include:

  • Diagnosis of Lesch-Nyhan syndrome (HPRT deficiency)
  • Detection of adenosine deaminase (ADA) deficiency
  • Identification of dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase deficiency (5-FU toxicity risk)
  • Investigation of immunodeficiency, neurological symptoms, or unexplained anaemia
  • Screening for orotic aciduria and related disorders

Measured analytes

Analyte coverage

17 purine and pyrimidine bases including uric acid, xanthine, hypoxanthine, adenine, guanine, orotic acid, uracil, thymine, and related metabolites.

Analytical technique

All 17 analytes are quantified simultaneously from a single urine sample by LC-MS/MS, with stable isotope internal standards ensuring accuracy across the concentration range.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is purines pyrimidines?

Purines Pyrimidines is an important biomarker for diagnosis of lesch-nyhan syndrome (hprt deficiency). Masdiag measures purines pyrimidines using validated analytical methods to provide clinically actionable results.

Why is purines pyrimidines important?

Purines Pyrimidines testing is valuable for Diagnosis of Lesch-Nyhan syndrome (HPRT deficiency), Detection of adenosine deaminase (ADA) deficiency. Understanding purines pyrimidines levels helps inform personalized health optimization and clinical decision-making.

How is the purines pyrimidines sample collected?

Purines Pyrimidines is measured from blood. Professional collection ensures proper sample handling and accurate results.

Who should get a purines pyrimidines test?

This test is recommended for individuals interested in diagnosis of lesch-nyhan syndrome (hprt deficiency). Masdiag purines pyrimidines testing helps guide personalized supplementation and health optimization strategies based on objective biomarker data.

What do purines pyrimidines results tell us?

Purines Pyrimidines results provide insight into your metabolic status and diagnosis of lesch-nyhan syndrome (hprt deficiency). Combined with clinical context, Masdiag results inform evidence-based interventions for personalized health optimization.

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