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Galactose Screen (Blood)

Alternate Names
Gal-1 P Uridyl Transferase, Galactosaemia Screen
Test Code
GALACT
Testing Laboratory
Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type

Blood

Container Type

Lithium Heparin - No Gel (Green Top)

Container Image
Medicare Rebate

Yes

Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information

For the diagnosis of GAL-PUT deficiency. Other forms of galactosaemia will not be detected.

Collection Instructions

Patient must not be transfused before specimen collection.

Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
Twice per week
Min Test Volume
500uL
Add On Test Suitability

Add ons for this test cannot be performed. 

Container ID
LHNG
CSR Instructions

WHOLE BLOOD SPECIMEN - DO NOT CENTRIFUGE.

Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception 

  • Place sample in 4°C Sendout tub.
Laboratory Instructions
None
External Laboratory
Metabolic Lab, VCGS
Accredited Test
Yes