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Alternative Names:

SMN Gene
SMN1

Laboratory:

Haematology

Test Code:

SMT

Medicare rebatable:

Yes

Specimen Types:

Blood

Container Types:

EDTA 6 mL

Adults Volume or Mass:

6 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

1 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

A separate container is required for this test.

Transport Instructions:

Room temperature

This requst must be approved by the haematology registrar prior to sending

Processing Instructions:

Do Not Centrifuge
Store at 4'C

External Laboratory:

Victorian Clinical Genetics Service

External Transport Instructions:

Send at 4'C with Ice Pack

Additional Notes:

Please see link below for external laboratory requirements and costs

USEFUL LINKS

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