ITEM ID
OS139
Item Name
G6PD GENE MUTATION DETECTION
DOCTOR SPECIALITY
Physician, Hematologist
DISEASE DESCRIPTION
Genetic Disorders
Test Status
UNBLOCKED
Specimen
4 mL (2 mL min.) Whole blood in 1 Lavender top (EDTA) tube. Ship refrigerated. DO NOT FREEZE. Physician prescription is mandatory.
Method:
PCR
Report:
Sample submitted by 2nd day of the month. Report issued in 4 weeks.
Usage:
This assay is useful for the detection of mutations in G6PD gene. G6PD deficiency, also known as favism (after the fava bean) is an X-linked recessive genetic condition that predisposes to hemolysis (spontaneous destruction of red blood cells) and resultant jaundice in response to a number of triggers, such as certain foods, illness, or medication..
Doctor Specialty:
Physician, Hematologist
Disease:
Genetic Disorders
Components::
Department:
MOLECULAR DIAGNOSTICS
Pre Test Information:
Physician prescription is mandatory..