Test Entry - Detail

Lysosphingomyelin-509


General
  Clinical Use: Testing for Niemann-Pick Type C.
This test has replaced Oxysterol.
  Availability:
  Aliases/Synonyms: Lyso-509,   N-Palmitoyl-O-Phosphocholineserine,   Oxysterol,   PPCS,  
  Code: LS509
  Handling Instructions (to laboratory): Send sample chilled.
  Hyperlink:
  Reference Interval:
Refer to report or laboratory


Collection Requirements
  Container: Lithium Heparin, No Gel (DKGNLITH),  
  Sample Type: See container
  Minimum Collection Volume: 5mL
  Collection Instructions: Non-medicare rebateable item. All patients except Public, VA and Pensioners must pay $112 upfront.


Processing Requirements
  Alternate Containers:
  Processing Instructions: Centrifuge, separate and freeze sample.
Samples are sent via BGU to the testing laboratory.
  Minimum Assay Volume: 1mL
  Stability:
  Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory): Send separated sample frozen on dry ice.


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


Last Updated : 10-09-2024 07:51