Test Entry - Detail

PTH Related Peptide


General
  Clinical Use: To investigate hypercalcaemia for suspected malignancy. May be used as a tumour marker for monitoring purposes.
  Availability: Samples are batched and tested fortnightly.
  Aliases/Synonyms: PTH Related Protein,  
  Code: PTHRP
  Handling Instructions (to laboratory): Send sample chilled.
  Hyperlink:
  Reference Interval:
Refer to report or laboratory


Collection Requirements
  Container: PTH Related Peptide (PTHRP),  
  Sample Type: Special tube available from QEII CSRA - 63834064
  Minimum Collection Volume: Tube must be filled
  Collection Instructions: 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
  Alternate Containers:
  Processing Instructions: Centrifuge, separate sample into 2 aliquots and freeze primary and both aliquots together.
  Minimum Assay Volume:
  Stability:
  Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory): Send primary and separated samples frozen on dry ice.
Requests should be reviewed by Duty Biochemist prior to transport.


Testing Locations
  Performed at:
Section Department Site Contact Phone
- Laboratory Sullivan Nicolaides (07) 3377 8666


Last Updated : 21-01-2025 13:50