Porphyrins (Urine - Spot/Random) Test | Austin Pathology

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Porphyrins (Urine - Spot/Random)

Alternate Names	PBG screen, Urine PBG, urine porphobilinogen, acute porphyria screening (urine), Porphyrins Urine
Test Code	UPOR
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Urine - Spot/Random
Container Type	70 mL Sterile Container (Yellow Top)
Medicare Rebate	No - please complete Patient Financial Consent Form.pdf
Out of Pocket Costs	Please note: This service is not Medicare rebatable and patients may be charged. Out of Pocket cost - $30.00 Fee above is an indication only; please contact testing laboratory for up-to date cost.
Ordering Information	-
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Transport foil-wrapped Send to the laboratory as soon as possible
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Fortnightly
Min Test Volume	10mL
Add On Test Suitability	Add ons for this test cannot be performed.

Container ID	POT, U
CSR Instructions	Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions Ensuring the pot is foil-wrapped thoroughly to protect from light. Forward samples to the Heidelberg Laboratory at 4°C. Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception Ensure sample is foil-wrapped. If foil is tearing or breaking open, apply more to protect sample from light. Place sample in 4°C Sendout tub.
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	Biochemistry, Melbourne Health Shared Pathology Service
Accredited Test	Yes

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