ADMA/SDMA

What this laboratory test evaluates

ADMA/SDMA
This test measures levels of ADMA (asymmetric dimethylarginine) and SDMA (symmetric dimethylarginine) in the blood, which are compounds made in your body as proteins are degraded. ADMA and SDMA are indicators that may help in assessing the risk for cardiovascular disease in individuals with multiple risk factors.

What patients is this test right for?This test may be recommended for individuals who have several risk factors for cardiovascular disease, including high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, or a family history of heart disease.

What type of sample is required for this test?1 mL serum.

Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider

Additional test information

ADMA/SDMA – This test measures levels of ADMA (asymmetric dimethylarginine) and SDMA (symmetric dimethylarginine) in the blood, which are compounds made in your body as proteins are degraded. ADMA and SDMA are indicators that may help in assessing the risk for cardiovascular disease in individuals with multiple risk factors.

Collection and processing

• Sample type: Serum
• Fasting: No
• Estimated laboratory processing: Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected

How Sunridge uses laboratory information

Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.

Before requesting this test

Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.