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General
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Clinical Use:
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Availability:
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Samples are tested Monday-Friday. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| Amino Acids (CSF), CSF - Glycine, Glycine (CSF), |
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Code:
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CAA |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample frozen on dry ice. |
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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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CSF Tube 1 (CSF1), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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0.5mL |
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Collection Instructions:
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If requested as part of a neuro-metabolic screen please refer to "Neurotransmitters CSF". |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Freeze sample immediately.
Check with BGU before adding this test to a previously collected sample. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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Stability:
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3 months frozen |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample frozen on dry ice. |
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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| Metabolic |
Biochemical Genetics Unit |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4140 |
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Last Updated : 01-10-2020 11:04 |