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General
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Clinical Use:
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For treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Teriflunomide, a metabolite of Leflunomide, is also quantified in this assay. |
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Availability:
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| Teriflunomide, |
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Code:
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LEF |
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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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Serum, no gel (RED), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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Collection Instructions:
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Non-medicare rebateable item. All patients except Public, VA and Pensioners must pay $34.80 upfront. |
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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Centrifuge and separate sample. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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Stability:
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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 |
QLD Pathology-Royal Brisbane Hospital |
(07) 3646 3636 |
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Last Updated : 07-12-2023 09:40 |