Porphyrin (Blood)

Pathology category

Biochemistry - referred tests

Code

BPOR

Referral code

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Test information

Investigation of suspected porphyria For acute porphyrias collect samples when patients are symptomatic

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Samples must be protected from light and sent to lab immediately

Reference range

see report

Tube type

Tube type info

EDTA

Special requirements

EDTA Whole blood (protect from light)

Minimum volume

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

3 weeks

TAT GP/Outpatient

3 weeks

Referral lab

Dept of Medical Biochemistry, University Hospital of Wales