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Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Screen

Alternate names:

G6PD Screen

Laboratory:

Haematology

Test Code:

G6PS

Specimen types:

Blood

Container types:

EDTA

Collection Instructions:

Transport specimen at Room Temperature to lab

Minimum Adult Volume:

2 mL

Paediatric Minimum Volume:

0.5 mL

Notes:

The results of this assay should be interpreted with the haematological status of the individual in mind at the time of testing.

Samples which have been determined deficient or intermediate by the screening method should be assayed by a quantitative method.

Frequency:

Daily

Result Turnaround Time:

8 hours

Reference Interval:

Normal

Laboratory Use Only

Accessing Results

EMR: Pathology results are available via EMR.

Auscare: If EMR is unavailable, results can be accessed through Auscare. Don’t have an Auscare login? Complete the Auscare User Form.

Forms & Collection Guides

Consent Form – Non-Medicare Tests
For tests not covered by Medicare. Download Form

Pathology Request Form
Printable referral form for submitting pathology requests. Download Form.

Microbiology Swab Collection Guide
Step-by-step instructions for correct swab collection. Download Guide.

Preferred Order of Draw
Instructions to ensure accurate blood collection and results. View Instructions

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