| Laboratory: | Hematology |
| Test Name: |
PYRUVATE KINASE ASSAY HSC - (B)
Test Code:
PKQ
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| Clinical Information: |
Collect samples Monday-Wednesday only (please see lab notes). Assay only performed. 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:
1 - EDTA 4 mL NO GEL Tube(s) - Full Tube Collection
- Must be delivered to Central Services, MS551, Heath Sciences Centre, immediately after collection.
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| Specimen Required: |
Blood: 3.0 mL
Grossly hemolyzed samples will be rejected. |
| Referral: |
Whole Blood: 3.0 mL
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| Requisition: | |
| Reference Values: |
See Report.
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| Availability: |
Specific days
Must be ordered by Hematologist or approved by Hematopathologist on RBC Investigation Service prior to collection
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| See Also: | |
| More Information: |
Store and send at 4 degrees C. Do not freeze.
Sample referred to Mayo (unit code: 8659, ordering mnemonic: PK) for processing and analysis. Must be performed within 5 days of collection; therefore sample should be collected and received in the HSC Lab Monday to Wednesday only. |