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Specimen Collection

Test Name

ASBT

Test Code

ASBT (CSR register as BGAB at RCH; DLB1 at RWH)

Specimen Type

EDTA

Minimum Volume

RCH: 1.5mL (must be in a 2.7mL tube) RWH: 0.5mL (if maternal sample available)

Preferred Volume

2.7 mL

Comments

Only suitable for patients less than 4 months of age.

Qualification criteria apply - contact blood bank for details.

Assay Performed

Blood Bank

Core Laboratory

RCH 9345 5829

RWH 8345 2553

Assay Frequency

As requested