Test Entry - Detail

Paragangliomas (SDHB / SDHD)


General
  Clinical Use: Genetic testing, differential diagnosis, disease surveillance, family planning and prenatal testing.
  Availability: Samples are tested Monday-Friday.
Patient must be referred by Genetic Services of WA: (08) 64581525.
Prenatal diagnosis must be arranged prior - please contact laboratory well in advance of sample collection date.
Molecular Genetics reports are issued in hardcopy to requesting doctor only.
  Aliases/Synonyms: Pheochromocytoma,  
  Code: GHPPS
  Handling Instructions (to laboratory): Send sample ambient.
  Hyperlink:
  Reference Interval:
Not Applicable


Collection Requirements
  Container: EDTA (LAV9),   and,   Sodium Heparin,No Gel (NAGREEN),  
  Sample Type: See container
  Minimum Collection Volume: 2mL
  Collection Instructions: Regional Services: Collect sample Monday-Thursday only.
Do not collect prior to public holidays.


Processing Requirements
  Alternate Containers:
  Processing Instructions: Store sample at room temperature.
  Minimum Assay Volume: 2mL
  Stability: 48 hours ambient
  Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory): Send sample ambient.


Testing Locations
  Performed at:
Section Department Site Contact Phone
Molecular Genetics Diagnostic Genomics QEII Medical Centre 6383 4243


Last Updated : 13-10-2020 15:23