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Donath-Landsteiner (DL) Test
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General
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Clinical Use:
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Aids in the diagnosis of paroxysmal cold haemoglobinuria (PCH). |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| Paroxysmal Cold Haematuria Test, PCH Antibody Screen, |
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Code:
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DLS |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Deliver sample at 37 degrees to laboratory immediately following collection. |
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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 x 2 (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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Pre-warm needle, syringe and blood tubes to 37 degrees.
Collect sample and keep at 37 degrees. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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The testing department should be contacted to arrange collection of sample from CSRA. |
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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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Tested on site. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Contact Phone
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| Transfusion |
Haematology |
Fiona Stanley Hospital |
6152 8005 |
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Haematology |
King Edward Memorial Hospital |
6458 2748 |
| Transfusion |
Haematology |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4018 |
| Transfusion |
Haematology |
Royal Perth Hospital |
9224 2409 |
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Last Updated : 26-07-2021 14:18 |