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Electron Microscopy for Inclusion Bodies
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General
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Clinical Use:
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The diagnosis of Batten disease (Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis). |
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Availability:
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Samples are tested Monday-Thursday. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| Buffy Coat for Inclusion Bodies, |
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Code:
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EM |
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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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Lithium Heparin, No Gel (DKGNLITH), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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6mL |
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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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Minimum Assay Volume:
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N/A |
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Stability:
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24 hours ambient |
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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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| Neuropathology |
Anatomical Pathology |
Royal Perth Hospital |
9224 2925 |
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Last Updated : 03-10-2020 07:45 |