Test Code G6PDS Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase, Qualitative
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Container/Tube: Lavender Top (EDTA)
Volume: 3.0mL
Minimum Volume: 1.0mL
Specimen Type: Cord Blood
Container/Tube: Lavender Top (EDTA)
Volume: 3.0mL
Minimum Volume: 1.0mL
Collection Instructions: Send whole blood specimen to laboratory immediately
Sample Stability
** Preferred temperatures for storage prior to and during shipping to NUH **
Specimen Type: | Whole Blood |
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Ambient: | 24 hours |
Refrigerate: | 4 days |
Frozen: | NA |
Reference Interval
Normal
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Sunday, 2am, TAT 1 day
Methodology
Fluorescent spot test
Service Code
11279
Update
Last updated 11/08/2020
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Haematology, 67725354