Zinc Transporter Antibodies (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Zinc Transporter Antibodies (Blood)

Alternate Names	Zn Transporter Ab, ZNT8 Abs, Zinc Carrier Antibodies
Test Code	ZNT8
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)
Medicare Rebate	No - please complete Patient Financial Consent Form.pdf
Out of Pocket Costs	Please note: This service is not Medicare rebatable and patients may be charged. Out of Pocket cost - $35.00 Fee above is an indication only; please contact testing laboratory for up-to date cost.
Ordering Information	-
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Weekly
Min Test Volume	1mL
Add On Test Suitability	-

Container ID	S, SP
CSR Instructions	Centrifuge, aliquot, and refrigerate.
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	Immunology, Royal Children's Hospital
Accredited Test	Yes

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