IMD Panel Extended Test
Short Name: IMD Panel Extended
Also known as: IMD Panel Extended, Inherited Metabolic Disorders Panel Extended
IMD Panel Extended Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹13,000. Uses Tandem Mass Spectrometry, Gas Chromatography / Mass Spectrometry, Enzyme Assay on Dried blood spot, serum or plasma, and random urine samples. Results in Sample accepted Monday through Saturday by 9 am; report in 3 days.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr SULOCHANA HEMCHANDRA HOLLA
Consultant Medical Geneticist · Reg: 8532
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
The panel evaluates amino acids, organic acids in urine, acylcarnitine profile, and biotinidase activity to aid in the diagnosis of inborn errors of metabolism.
- Test Code
- 3482
- Price
- ₹13,000
- Sample Type
- Dried blood spot, serum or plasma, and random urine
- Result Time
- Sample accepted Monday through Saturday by 9 am; report in 3 days.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Tandem Mass Spectrometry, Gas Chromatography / Mass Spectrometry, Enzyme Assay
Sample Collection
No fasting is specified. Provide complete clinical details and drug history.
Method: Heel or finger prick for dried blood spots; venipuncture for serum/plasma; random urine collection
Laboratory Analysis
A healthcare worker collects dried blood spots, blood, and urine samples as required.
Report Delivery
Samples are shipped refrigerated or frozen. Reports are delivered within about 3 days.
Timeline: Sample accepted Monday through Saturday by 9 am; report in 3 days.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
The panel evaluates amino acids, organic acids in urine, acylcarnitine profile, and biotinidase activity to aid in the diagnosis of inborn errors of metabolism.
How to Prepare
- Collect one drop of heel or finger prick blood on each of three spots of filter paper.
- Collect 2 mL serum or plasma.
- Collect 15 mL random urine in a sterile screw-capped container without preservative.
- Ship refrigerated or frozen.
- Include clinical details and drug history.
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr SULOCHANA HEMCHANDRA HOLLA — MBBS, MD (Medical Genetics) · Reg. No. 8532
"IMD Panel Extended Test is indicated when a child presents with unexplained developmental delays, seizures, liver dysfunction, hypotonia, or other signs suggesting an inherited metabolic disorder. Timely testing can guide early dietary or medical intervention."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Insufficient sample volume
- Improperly labelled sample
- Wrong sample container
- Missing clinical details and drug history
Understanding Your Results
Consult a doctor if you or your child have developmental delays, seizures, liver disease, muscle weakness, hypotonia, feeding difficulty, failure to thrive, or other concerning symptoms.
Limitations
- ⚠Abnormal results may not be specific to one particular disorder.
- ⚠Confirmatory testing is required for abnormal results.
- ⚠Clinical correlation is necessary.
Risks & Considerations
- ●Mild pain or bruising at blood collection site
- ●Slight discomfort during heel or finger prick
Interfering Factors
- ●Improper sample collection
- ●Delay in sample transport
- ●Incomplete clinical or drug history
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