Paroxysmal Nocturnal Haemoglobinuria Screen

Pathology category

Haematology

Code

PNH

Referral code

Request form

Test information

Monday – Thursday onlyReferred to :Haematology,Heart of England Foundation NHS Trust,Bordesley Green East,Birmingham.B9 5SSTel: 0121 424 3242

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Sample transport should be at 4-25C and should reach the lab within 24hrs

Reference range

Tube type

Tube type info

2 x EDTA (purple top)

Special requirements

Minimum volume

2 tubes minimum 80% full.

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

14 days

TAT GP/Outpatient

14 days

Referral lab