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HelpTest Code PBGQ Porphobilinogen (qualitative), urine
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Urine
Container/Tube: Clean, plastic urine collection container. No preservative
Minimum Volume: 20.0 mL urine
Collection Instructions: Protect specimen from light by wrapping container with aluminium foil.
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Urine |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 1 day |
| Refrigerate | 2 days |
| Frozen | Not available |
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Friday, TAT 5 - 10 days
Specimen Condition
| Haemolysis | OK |
|---|---|
| Icterus | OK |
| Lipaemia | OK |
| Others: Sample not protected from light | Reject |
Reference Interval
An interpretive report will be provided.
Referring / Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Testing Laboratory
Department of Pathology
Singapore General Hospital
Outram Road
Singapore 169608
63214950
Useful For
First-line test for evaluation of a suspected acute porphyria: acute intermittent porphyria, hereditary coproporphyria, and variegate porphyria.
Service Code
31978
Update
Last updated 12/12/2024