Test Entry - Detail


White Cell Enzymes


General
  Clinical Use:
  Availability:
  Aliases/Synonyms: Acid Lipase ,   Alpha Fucosidase,   Alpha Mannosidase,   Arylsulphatase,   Beta Galactosidase,   Beta Glucuronidase,   GMI Gangliosidosis (Neurolipidoses Screen),   Heparan acetyl-CoA:alpha-glucosaminide N-acetyltransferase,   Hexoaminidase,   HGSNAT Enzymology,   Lysosomal Enzymes,   Plasma alpha-N-acetylgalactosaminidase and alpha-mannosidase,  
  Code: WCE
  Handling Instructions (to laboratory): Send sample chilled.
Sample must reach laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
  Hyperlink:
  Reference Interval:
Refer to report or laboratory


Collection Requirements
  Container: EDTA (LAV9),  
  Sample Type: See container
  Minimum Collection Volume: 9mL
  Collection Instructions: Collect sample Monday-Thursday only.
Do not collect prior to public holidays.
Non-medicare rebateable item. All patients except Public, VA and Pensioners must pay $432 upfront.


Processing Requirements
  Alternate Containers:
Lithium Heparin, No Gel (DKGNLITH)
  Processing Instructions: DO NOT SEPARATE. Forward whole blood sample to BGU for white cell pellet and plasma preparation.
Treat sample as irreplaceable.
If sample collection >24 hours, contact BGU to determine sample viability.
Check with BGU before adding this test to a previously collected sample.
  Minimum Assay Volume:
  Stability: 24 hours chilled
  Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory): After preparation by BGU, send white cell pellet and plasma sample frozen on dry ice.


Testing Locations
  Performed at:
Section Department Site Contact Phone
- Laboratory SA Pathology-Adelaide Women (08) 8161 7483


Last Updated : 13-11-2023 09:27