Glucose 6 Phosphate Dehydrogenase G6P, Blood - Saskatoon
Discipline
Biochemistry
Overview
Alias
- G6PD
- Glucose 6 PD
Specimen Information
Specimen types accepted
- Whole blood
Specimen collection container
- Preferred collection container: Lavender (EDTA)
Collection procedure
- Store and ship refrigerated
Required volume
- Optimal volume: Full 4.0 mL collection tube
(Submitting the minimum volume makes it impossible to repeat the test or perform confirmatory/reflex testing. In some situations, a minimum volume may require a second collection.)
Rejection criteria
- Specimens received where the collection protocols were not followed
- Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Acceptance and Rejection Criteria
Testing Information
Clinical interpretation
- Used in the evaluation of G6PD deficiency and work up of certain hemolytic disorders
Performance
Days/times performed
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Maximum laboratory time
- 9 day turnaround time by testing laboratory
Other information
Reflex testing
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Order G6PD screen only; if positive, the quantitative code will be ordered by the laboratory, and the specimen sent for referral
Last Updated: October 9, 2024