Referred to Enzyme Unit, Chemical Pathology, GOSH, London WC1N 3JH
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Alternative names, keywords |
Gal-1-P |
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Samples required |
Send Monday to Thursday only. |
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Test indications |
To confirm/ monitor some forms of previously diagnosed galactosaemia. For diagnosis of galactosaemia request galactose-1-phosphate uridyl transferase. |
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Reference range |
See report. |
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Turnaround time |
Referral lab quotes turnaround time of 4 to 6 weeks, however additional time must be allowed for packing, dispatch and delivery of sample, and return and processing of results. |
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Enquiries |
Biochemistry (Referrals) |
Lithium heparin blood (green cap, 6 mL tube). Minimum required is 2 mL.