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Alternative Names:

Dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase deficiency
DPD deficiency

Laboratory:

Clinical Biochemistry

Test Code:

SCL

Specimen Types:

Blood

Container Types:

EDTA

Adults Volume or Mass:

8 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

8 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Collect at ambient temperature
A separate container is required for this test.

2 x 4mL EDTA tubes are required.

Cost: $140

Transport Instructions:

Store at 4C