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General
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Clinical Use:
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To investigate hypercalcaemia for suspected malignancy. May be used as a tumour marker for monitoring purposes. |
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Availability:
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Samples are batched and tested fortnightly. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| PTH Related Protein, |
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Code:
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PTHRP |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
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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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PTH Related Peptide (PTHRP), |
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Sample Type:
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Special tube available from QEII CSRA - 63834064 |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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Tube must be filled |
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Collection Instructions:
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Refer to Duty Biochemist prior to collection of sample.
Non-medicare rebateable item. All patients except Public, VA and Pensioners must pay $120 upfront. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Centrifuge, separate sample into 2 aliquots and freeze primary and both aliquots together. |
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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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Send primary and separated samples frozen on dry ice.
Requests should be reviewed by Duty Biochemist prior to transport. |
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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Laboratory |
Sullivan Nicolaides |
(07) 3377 8666 |
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Last Updated : 21-01-2025 13:50 |