Test Directory

G-6-PD Quantification

Containers - Adult

S-Monovette EDTA K3E, 2.6 ml, cap red, diameter 13 mm	Additive per Container EDTA

Containers - Child

S-Monovette EDTA K3E, 1.2 ml, cap red, diameter 8 mm	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)