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Haemochromatosis Gene PCR Test

Alternate Names
C282Y, Cys282Tyr, H63D, His63Asp, HFE, Haemaochromatosis Screen
Ordering Information

Please indicate if the patient is a known or suspected case or a relative of a known case.

Laboratory
Referred Test
Specimen
Blood
Container
9ml EDTA (purple)
Additional Collection Instructions

Please collect a DEDICATED EDTA (purple) tube.

Minimum Adult Volume
3mL
Minimum Paediatric Volume
None
Frequency
Fortnightly
Test Code
RHFE
Container ID
EW, EWL, EWP
Opt. Container
EDTA (purple)
Storage Instructions
Store specimen at room temperature
Additional (Storage) Instructions

Instructions for: Metropolitan and Regional Specimen Receptions

  • WHOLE BLOOD SPECIMEN REQUIRED - DO NOT CENTRIFUGE.
Transport Instructions
Transport at room temperature
External Laboratory
Molecular Haematology, Melbourne Health Shared Pathology Service