Test Directory

Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Containers - Adult

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K2 EDTA KE Blood (Pink Top)
Volume Range

3ml

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K2 EDTA KE Blood (Lavender Top)

Containers - Child

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K2 EDTA KE Blood (Pink Top)
Volume Range

​1ml

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K2 EDTA KE Blood (Lavender Top)

Laboratory Site

WGH
Crewe Road South
Edinburgh
EH4 2XU
Telephone: 0131 537 1000

Transport arrangements

Lab van or 1st class post

Sample storage arrangements

Refrigerate - DO NOT FREEZE

Anticipated turnaround

4 weeks

What happens if the result is positive or abnormal

Results of all genetic tests are reported to the referring clinician

General additional information