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Adenosine Deaminase (Whole Blood)
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General
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Clinical Use:
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Adenosine deaminase deficiency is associated with an autosomal recessive inherited form of combined immunodeficiency (CID) typically presenting in infants. Deficiency is usually diagnosed by finding <1% of normal catalytic ability in haemolysates from fresh or frozen packed erythrocytes. Plasma ADA levels are not reliable for diagnosing deficiency. |
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Availability:
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Samples are batched and tested once a week. |
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Code:
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XMISC |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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Refer to report or laboratory
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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EDTA (LAVENDER), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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2mL |
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Collection Instructions:
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Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Lithium Heparin, No Gel (DKGNLITH) |
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Processing Instructions:
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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1mL |
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Stability:
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7 days chilled |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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Laboratory |
Westmead Children's Hospital |
(02) 9845 0000 |
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Last Updated : 19-12-2025 11:34 |