Erythropoietin

Pathology category

Biochemistry - referred tests

Code

EPO

Referral code

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Test information

Used for investigation of polycythaemia of unknown cause and to aid in the diagnosis of erythropoietin producing tumours. Renal hormone responsible for maintenance of Haemoglobin levels. May be low in renal disease where replacement therapy is common.

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Reference range

5-25 mu/mL

Tube type

Tube type info

SST

Special requirements

Serum

Minimum volume

0.2 mL

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

4 weeks

TAT GP/Outpatient

4 weeks

Referral lab

Dept of Clinical Biochemistry, Kings College Hospital