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Alternate Names
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7-Dehydrocholesterol, sterols, 8-cholesterol, 9-cholesterol, 8-dehydrocholesterol, desmosterol, lathosterol, sitosterol |
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Test Code
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MISCSO |
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Testing Laboratory
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Referred Laboratory |
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Specimen Type
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Container Type
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Lithium Heparin - No Gel (Green Top)
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Medicare Rebate
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Out of Pocket Costs
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Please note: This service is not Medicare rebatable and patients may be charged. Out of Pocket cost - $200.00
Fee above is an indication only; please contact testing laboratory for up-to date cost. |
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Ordering Information
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For the diagnosis of Smith-Lemli-Opitz syndrome. Some other diagnostically relevant sterols are detected in this test.
A request for 'Sterols' will include:
- 7 - Dehydrocholesterol
- Lathosterol
- Desmosterol
- Sitosterol
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Collection Instructions
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LABORATORY BASED COLLECTION ONLY. |
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Transport Instructions
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Transport foil-wrapped on ice
Send to the laboratory as soon as possible |
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Storage Instructions
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Store frozen at -20°C |
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Testing Frequency
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As Required |
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Min Test Volume
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1mL |
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Add On Test Suitability
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Add ons for this test cannot be performed. |
