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Alternative Names:

Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Quantitation

Laboratory:

Haematology

Test Code:

G6Q

Medicare rebatable:

Yes

Specimen Types:

Blood

Container Types:

EDTA

Adults Volume or Mass:

4 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

0.5 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

For quantification of G6PD enzyme activity. G6PD screen should be performed in the first instance.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Processing Instructions:

Store at 4'C

Assay Frequency:

Twice weekly

External Laboratory:

Royal Children's Hospital Laboratory Services

External Transport Instructions:

Send at 4'C with Ice Pack

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