Fanconi Anaemia (FA) - chromosome breakage studies/clastogen stress test


Test Name

Fanconi Anaemia (FA) - chromosome breakage studies/clastogen stress test

Test Code
SAFA
Specimen Type

Lithium heparin whole blood- keep at Room Temperature. See special requirements below.

Minimum Volume
2mL (children)
Preferred Volume
6ml
Comments

Collection Notes: 

A dedicated sample is required for this test.

Samples should only be collected Monday - Thursday.

Laboratory notes:

Notify Sendaway Dept. of urgent sample. Send with overnight courier.

Must be received by testing laboratory within 48 hours of collection.

Specimen to be stored and transported at room temperature.

Assay Performed
Cytogenetics Laboratory
Pathology Queensland, Level 4, Block 7, RBWH campus 
Cnr Herston Rd & Bowen Bridge Rd
HERSTON 4006
QLD
(07) 3646 8076
Cost
$600.00
MBS item number
Non MBS
Assay Frequency
Test TAT 5-7 days

Activated T Cells and Double Negative T Cells 2