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Specimen collection
High-risk result notification
Blood specimen order of draw
RCH Paediatric Blood Collection Volume Guide
Pathology request form
Clinical Analyte Unit conversion tool
Thiopurine (TPMT) Metabolites
Test Name
Thiopurine (TPMT) Metabolites
Test Code
SATHMET2
Specimen Type
Lithium Heparin
Minimum Volume
1mL
Preferred Volume
3mL
Comments
Medical Staff Notes:
Please ensure that a Full Blood count is request at the same time.
This test requires a RCC to calculate the Thiopurine Metabolite level.
*RESULT TAT:
Allow 2 weeks for results.
Lab Notes
DO NOT SPIN
Specimen MUST remain at room temperature if transporting same day.
If transporting next business day store and transport at 4oC.
Assay Performed
St Vincent's Pathology
Biochemistry Department
41 Victoria Pde
Fitzroy 3065
VIC
9231 4081 (SR: 9231 4115)
Assay Frequency
Twice weekly