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General
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Clinical Use:
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Screening for alpha thalassaemia and identification of abnormal haemoglobins; used to determine the genetic nature of alpha and beta thalassaemia as well as abnormal haemoglobins.
The specific molecular genetic test applied to each specimen is determined by the scientists in conjunction with the clinician-in-charge of Haematology, QEIIMC. This is assessed on a case by case basis and incorporates clinical parameters as well as the results of the Haemoglobin Studies test. |
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Availability:
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Samples are tested routinely during the testing laboratory's hours of operation. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| Thalassaemia DNA, |
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Code:
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GHBG |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample ambient. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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Not Applicable
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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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4mL |
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Collection Instructions:
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Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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This test is usually performed only after "Haemoglobin Studies" testing has been performed. Exceptions are referred molecular tests from private laboratories who have performed the haemoglobin electrophoresis. Please refer to the test directory information for Haemoglobin Studies.
Store sample at room temperature.
Do not centrifuge sample. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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4mL |
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Stability:
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72 hours ambient; Indefinitely once extracted and frozen |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample ambient. |
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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| Molecular Genetics |
Diagnostic Genomics |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4243 |
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Last Updated : 17-08-2023 09:29 |