Test Directory

G-6-PD Quantification

Containers - Adult

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Red Cap Tube EDTA KE 2.7ml
Volume Range

>1.5ml

Additive per Container

EDTA

Containers - Child

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Pink Cap - Paediatric
Volume Range

​>0.5ml

Additive per Container

​EDTA

Reference ranges

Population age Reference Interval (U/gHb)
Infants (<31 days) 10.1 - 20.0
= or > 31 days 7.3 - 12.2

 

Laboratory Site

RIE
51 Little France Crescent
Old Dalkeith Road
Edinburgh
EH16 4SA
Telephone: 0131 536 1000

Transport arrangements

Specimen must be transported within a plastic sealable bag or other suitable container. Sample MUST be recieved within 24 hours of collection

Sample storage arrangements

Room Temperature

How to request

TRAK / Request form

Availability

Monday - Friday: routine service 09:00 - 17:00.

Anticipated turnaround

4 Days

What happens if the result is positive or abnormal

Any G6PD deficiency/severe deficiency will be referred to a Haematology Consultant. A letter to the requester and patient/family will follow (G6PD deficiency) or an appointment will be offered for Haematology review (severe G6PD deficiency).

Static information/disclaimer

This test is currently unaccredited by UKAS (ISO15189)