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GALA Gene Test (Sendaway Test)

Alternative Names:

alpha-Galactosidase A deficiency
GALA
Fabry disease gene

Laboratory:

Haematology

Test Code:

GAG

Medicare rebatable:

Registration Instructions:

Non MBS $178.00

Specimen Types:

Blood

Container Types:

Guthrie Card

Collection & Request Instructions:

Guthrie card must be dried overnight before shipping. Whole blood to arrive at laboratory within 48 hours of collection. GMP staff will address the payment requirements when the patient sample and test request is received by the lab. Clinical notes required.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature
Send to lab immediately

External Laboratory:

SA Pathology at Women's and Children's Hospital

External Laboratory details...

External Transport Instructions:

Send at ambient temperature
Send at 4'C with Ice Pack

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