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Alternative Names:

Beutler test
Galactose-1-phosphate uridyl transferase (GALT) activity
Galactoscreen

Laboratory:

Molecular

Test Code:

VCG

Specimen Types:

Blood

Container Types:

Lithium Heparin (without Gel)

Adults Volume or Mass:

1 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

1 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Specimen Requirements

At least 0.5 ml blood in a heparin (Green top) tube.

Collect whole blood specimen prior to any blood transfusion.

Transport Instructions:

Store at 4C

Assay Frequency:

Daily