Glucose 6 Phosphate Dehydrogenase (Blood) Test

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Alternate Names	G6PD, Glucose 6 Phosphate Dehydrogenase Assay
Test Code	G6P
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	4 mL EDTA (Purple Top)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	-
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Monday - Friday
Min Test Volume	500uL
Add On Test Suitability	This test cannot be added after 48 hours of collection. If testing is for a neonate/newborn, a sample may be tested up to 72 hours from collection, but must be confirmed with the referral laboratory.

Container ID	EW, EWP, CH, CHS
CSR Instructions	WHOLE BLOOD SPECIMEN - DO NOT CENTRIFUGE. Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions Sample requires Haemoglobin to be performed prior to sendaway. Centrifuged samples are unacceptable for analysis.
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	Complex Biochemistry, Royal Children's Hospital
Accredited Test	Yes