Alpha Subunit (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Alpha Subunit (Blood)

Alternate Names	Alpha Glycoprotein Subunits, Alpha Subunit Glycoprotein
Test Code	ALPHA
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	This test is used for the investgation of pituitary tumours.
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Weekly
Min Test Volume	500uL
Add On Test Suitability	-

Container ID	S,SP
CSR Instructions	Centrifuge, aliquot, and freeze AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. 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	Chemical Pathology, SydPath
Accredited Test	Yes

These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference

Order of Draw (PDF)

Swab Collection Guide (PDF)

Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)