Synonyms

Clinical Indications

Haemolysis when patient exposed to oxidant compounds. Test will be performed on all cases of P.falciparum malaria. Some cases of neonatal jaundice and anaemia. Occasional cases of anaemia.

Request Form

Combined Pathology Blood form (Yellow/Black or Blue for GP's)

Availability

On request

Specific Criteria

Turnaround Time

24 hours

Specimen

Whole blood (EDTA)

Volume

3mL. Paediatric samples accepted by arrangement with laboratory.

Container

Purple top (EDTA) tube

Lab. Handling

Where the screen indicates a G6PD deficiency the sample is referred to Kings College Hospital. Send by first class post or taxi.

Causes for Rejection

Unlabelled sample. Clotted sample.

Reference Range