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Very Long Chain Fatty Acids
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General
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Clinical Use:
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Availability:
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| Phytanic Acid, Pristanic Acid, VFA, VLCFA, |
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Code:
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VLCFA |
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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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EDTA (LAVENDER), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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0.6mL |
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Collection Instructions:
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If Lysosomal Enzymes are also requested, please do not collect additional sample.
Non-medicare rebateable item. All patients except Public, VA and Pensioners must pay $217 upfront. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Serum, no gel (RED) |
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Lithium Heparin, No Gel (DKGNLITH) |
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Processing Instructions:
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If requested alone (without lysosomal enzymes): Centrifuge, separate and freeze sample.
If requested along with lysosomal enzymes, DO NOT centrifuge. Refer sample to Biochemical Genetics Unit for WBC and VLCFA preparation.
If a very small neonatal sample is received, do NOT discard. Refer sample to Biochemical Genetics Unit for assessment. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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0.3mL |
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Stability:
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send separated sample frozen on dry ice. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Department
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Contact Phone
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Laboratory |
SA Pathology-Adelaide Women |
(08) 8161 7483 |
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Last Updated : 20-06-2023 15:22 |