DNA Analysis for Haemoglobin, Thalassaemia, Alpha Chain Studies Test | Austin Pathology

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DNA Analysis for Haemoglobin, Thalassaemia, Alpha Chain Studies

Ordering Information	DNA analysis is ordered on the basis of an abnormal Hb Electrophoresis result where alpha-Thalassaemia cannot be excluded.
Laboratory	Referred Test
Specimen	Blood
Container	See collection instructions
Additional Collection Instructions	Please collect DEDICATED 1 x 9ml EDTA (purple) and 1 x 4ml EDTA (purple) tubes required. These are for the Genetic Testing and an FBE.
Minimum Adult Volume	5mL
Minimum Paediatric Volume	None
Frequency	Monday - Thursday

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Test Code	DNATH
Container ID	EW, EL, CH, EWP, CHS, EWL
Transport Instructions	Transport at room temperature
External Laboratory	Clinical Genetics Laboratory, Monash Health Pathology