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DPYD gene (Blood)

Alternate Names
Dihydropyrimidine Dehydrogenase, DPYD Genotyping, 5-Fluorouracil, Capecitabine, Tegafur, DPD Deficiency Test
Test Code
DPYD
Testing Laboratory
Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type

Blood

Container Type

4 mL EDTA (Purple Top) - DEDICATED

Container Image
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 - $160.00

Ordering Information

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Collection Instructions

Please collect 1 x DEDICATED 4mL EDTA tube. 

Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store ambient at room temperature
Testing Frequency
As Required
Min Test Volume
1mL
Add On Test Suitability

Add ons for this test cannot be performed.

Container ID
EWP, EW, CR
CSR Instructions

Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception

  • Place sample in Room Temperature Sendout tub
Laboratory Instructions
None
External Laboratory
Melbourne Pathology
Accredited Test
Yes