Essential Fatty Acids (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Essential Fatty Acids (Blood)

Alternate Names	-
Test Code	MISCSO
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)
Medicare Rebate	No - please complete Patient Financial Consent Form.pdf
Out of Pocket Costs	Please note: Medicare Rebate for this test is subject to conditions. Patients may receive an invoice. Out of Pocket cost - $250.00 Fee above is an indication only; please contact testing laboratory for up-to date cost.
Ordering Information	This test can only be performed at the following hospital-associated collection centres: Austin Hospital Heidelberg Repatriation Mercy Hospital Mildura Shepparton Swan Hill Echuca
Collection Instructions	LABORATORY BASED COLLECTION ONLY.
Transport Instructions	Transport on ice Send to the laboratory as soon as possible
Storage Instructions	Store frozen at -20°C
Testing Frequency	Fortnightly
Min Test Volume	5mL
Add On Test Suitability	Add ons for this test cannot be performed.

Container ID	S, SP, CR
CSR Instructions	Centrifuge, aliquot, and freeze within 2 hours of collection. Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions Forward sample to Heidelberg laboratory frozen in BioFreeze bottle. Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception Place sample in frozen (-20°C) Sendout tub.
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	Metabolic Lab, Mater Pathology
Accredited Test	Yes

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Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)