Pathology Handbook

PLEASE NOTE: Recent changes have been made to this Test

Recent changes for GALA Gene Test (Sendaway Test)

Recent changes for GALA Gene Test (Sendaway Test)
Date	Field	Changed From	Changed To
3rd October 2024	Laboratory	Haematology	Immunology

GALA Gene Test (Sendaway Test)

Alternative Names:

alpha-Galactosidase A deficiency
GALA
Fabry disease gene

Laboratory:

Immunology

Test Code:

GAG

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