Red Cell Enzyme Screen


Test Name
Red Cell Enzyme Screen
Test Code
SARCES2
Specimen Type

Lithium Heparin or EDTA sample 

WHOLE BLOOD - DO NOT SPIN

 (CONTROL REQUIRED) Fresh blood film.

Minimum Volume
4mL EDTA; 2ml Lithium heparin
Comments

Clinical Notes:

1. Testing is by appointment only and after consultation with a haematologist.

2. Samples from the infant/child AND both parents are required when possible (Parents if desired  - not required)

LAB NOTES:


1. Collect by appointment only, Monday and Tuesday prior to 12pm and send by overnight courier. Transport at 2-8 dgrees C.

2. Must be received by testing lab (Westmead) within 24hrs of collection (if whole RBC enzyme panel required)

3. Send infant/child samples, parent and normal control.

4. Haematologist to discuss with Special Assay Lab at Westmead (02) 9845 3293

5. Do NOT register control in medipath

Assay Performed
Special Assays Laboratory
The Children's Hospital at Westmead
Crn Hawksbury Rd and Hainsworth St.
Westmead 2145
NSW
(02) 9845 3293
Assay Frequency

By appointment only

Activated T Cells and Double Negative T Cells 2

ABO Titre