Test Entry - Detail

CSF - Amino Acids


General
  Clinical Use:
  Availability: Samples are tested Monday-Friday.
  Aliases/Synonyms: Amino Acids (CSF),   CSF - Glycine,   Glycine (CSF),  
  Code: CAA
  Handling Instructions (to laboratory): Send sample frozen on dry ice.
  Hyperlink:
  Reference Interval:
Refer to report or laboratory


Collection Requirements
  Container: CSF Tube 1 (CSF1),  
  Sample Type: See container
  Minimum Collection Volume: 0.5mL
  Collection Instructions: If requested as part of a neuro-metabolic screen please refer to "Neurotransmitters CSF".


Processing Requirements
  Alternate Containers:
  Processing Instructions: Freeze sample immediately.
Check with BGU before adding this test to a previously collected sample.
  Minimum Assay Volume:
  Stability: 3 months frozen
  Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory): Send sample frozen on dry ice.


Testing Locations
  Performed at:
Section Department Site Contact Phone
Metabolic Biochemical Genetics Unit QEII Medical Centre 6383 4140


Last Updated : 01-10-2020 11:04