Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase (G6PD)

Test Code

G6PR

Specimen Name

Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase (G6PD)

CPT Codes

  • 82955

Collect

Yellow Top ACD Solution A Whole Blood; Also acceptable Sodium or Lithium Heparin Whole Blood; EDTA Whole Blood

Stability

Refrigerated 7 days

Volume

3 mLs

Minimum Volume

1.5 mLs adult; 0.5 mL pediatric

Performed

Performed Sunday through Saturday - Reported 1-3 days

Components

Additional Information

Enzyme most stable in acid citrate dextrose (ACD).

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