Full details for "Porphyrins - Plasma". | |
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Name |
Porphyrins - Plasma |
Alternative name/Profile |
Plasma Emission Scan |
Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
Porphyria : see Related Links below for full detail investigation requirements |
Specimen type |
Plasma |
Sample type |
Plasma |
Sample container & volume |
2 x 4 mL EDTA Purple or 2 x 3.5mL Lithium Heparin Green bottles protected from light. |
Frequency of analysis |
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Turnaround time |
5 - 7 working days |
Availability |
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Notes |
Haemolysed samples unsuitable Appropriate clinical details, current medication and previous family histroy (if known) is required Send to lab without delay. If samples can't be sent to laboratory immediately please separate sample and freeze.
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Related links |
https://porphyria.eu/en/content/porphyrias Download Porphyrin Request Form: |
Reference range |
see report |
Last updated |
Tue, 16 Jan 2024 14:48:02 GMT |