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General
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Clinical Use:
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To determine if the activity of Asparaginase in the blood is adequate, in patients receiving PEG-Asparaginase for the treatment of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. |
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Availability:
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Samples are batched and tested once a week. |
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Code:
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PEGAS |
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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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Refer to report or laboratory
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Serum Sep. Tube-SST (GOLD), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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0.5mL |
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Collection Instructions:
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Collect sample prior to dose as trough level.
Dedicated sample required. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Centrifuge, separate and freeze sample. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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0.2mL |
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Stability:
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1 week 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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| Special Chemistry |
Biochemistry |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4114 |
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Last Updated : 03-10-2023 10:02 |