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Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease - Prion Protein Genetic Test (Blood)
Alternate Names
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CJD |
Test Code
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MISCSO |
Testing Laboratory
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Referred Laboratory |
Specimen Type
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Blood |
Container Type
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9 mL EDTA (Purple Top) - DEDICATED ![]() |
Medicare Rebate
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Yes |
Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
Ordering Information
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- |
Collection Instructions
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Please collect 1 x DEDICATED EDTA tube. Instructions for: Metropolitan Collection Centres
Instructions for: Regional Collection Centres
Specimen must arrive at the referral laboratory within 48 hours of collection. |
Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature |
Storage Instructions
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Store refrigerated at 4°C |
Testing Frequency
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Weekly |
Min Test Volume
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5mL |
Add On Test Suitability
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Contact Microbiology on 03 9496 5295 to confirm add on suitability. |
Container ID
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EW, EWL |
CSR Instructions
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WHOLE BLOOD SPECIMEN - DO NOT CENTRIFUGE. Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception
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Laboratory Instructions
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Instructions for: Heidelberg Sendaways Department
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External Laboratory
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Diagnostic Genomics, PathWest Laboratory Medicine |
Accredited Test
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Yes |
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