Test Code GLPA Gliadin Peptides IgA
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Red Top
Volume: 6.0mL
Minimum Volume: 0.5mL serum
Collection Instructions: Allow specimen to clot for 30 minutes and centrifuge within 2 hours
Sample Stability
** Preferred temperatures for storage prior to and during shipping to NUH **
Specimen Type: | Serum |
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Ambient: | 2 days |
Refrigerate: | 2 weeks |
Frozen: | 2 weeks |
Reference Interval
An interpretive report will be provided.
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Friday, TAT 2-8 days
Service Code
36708
Referring / Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Testing Laboratory
Clinical Immunology Laboratory
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
11 Jalan Tock Seng
Singapore 308433
Tel: 63578464
Useful For
Evaluating patients suspected of having celiac disease. Evaluating the response to treatment with a gluten-free diet.
Update
Last updated 20/04/2022