Biochemistry
| Full details for "Porphyrins - Plasma". | |
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Name |
Porphyrins - Plasma |
Alternative name/Profile |
Plasma Emission Scan |
Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
A plasma porphyrin sample is used to aid in the diagnosis and monitoring of porphyria patients. 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 |
Weekly |
Turnaround time |
5 - 7 working days |
Availability |
Available routinely |
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 |
The porphyrin request form can be found by clicking into "GP Request Forms" on the first page of the user guide.
https://porphyria.eu/en/content/porphyrias
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Reference range |
see report |
Last updated |
Mon, 11 May 2026 15:53:35 IST |