| Laboratory: | Hematology |
| Test Name: |
PYRUVATE KINASE ASSAY HSC - (B)
Test Code:
PKQ
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| Clinical Information: |
Blood transfusions within the last 3 months invalidate test results.
Must be ordered by Hematologist or approved by Hematopathologist on RBC Investigation Service. |
| Collection Devices: |
Preferred Device:
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| Specimen Required: |
Blood: 4.0 mL
Minimum volume: 1.0 mL |
| Referral: |
Whole Blood: 4.0 mL
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| Requisition: | |
| Reference Values: |
See Report.
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| Availability: |
Must be ordered by Hematologist or approved by Hematopathologist on RBC Investigation Service prior to collection
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| See Also: | |
| More Information: |
Delivery to HSC Central Services. Store and send at 4 degrees C. Do not freeze. Stability is 20 days. Turnaround time is 10 days.
Sample referred to In Common Laboratories. |