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Alternative Names:

Adenosine Deaminase; Erythrocytes/Red Cells
Adenosine Aminohydrolase
Purine Nucleoside Phosphorylase
PNP

Laboratory:

Clinical Biochemistry

Test Code:

RBW

Specimen Types:

Plasma

Container Types:

Lithium Heparin (without Gel)
EDTA 4 mL

Adults Volume or Mass:

4 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

4 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Collect at ambient temperature

Patient must not have been transfused within 3 months prior to collection.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature
Send to lab immediately