Referred to City Hospital, Dudley Road, Birmingham, B18 7HQ
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Alternative names, keywords |
Red cell acetylcholinesterase, cholinesterase, organophosphorus and carbamate poisoning, organophosphate exposure. |
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Samples required |
Samples must reach the referral laboratory within 24h of collection - DO NOT send on a Friday, and ensure that samples are collected and brought to the lab by mid-afternoon so we can arrange onward transport. |
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Test indications |
For investigation of organophosphorus pesticide exposure. For investigation of scoline apnoea please request cholinesterase (scoline apnoea). Note sample requirements are different. |
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Reference range |
7900 - 17100 U/L |
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Turnaround time |
Referral lab quotes turnaround time of 2 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) |
EDTA blood (purple cap/ yellow cap ring, 4 mL tube). Smaller tubes are available for paediatric samples.