Referred to the Red Cell Protein Laboratory, Haematology Department, King's College Hospital, London SE5 9RS
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Alternative names, keywords |
PK |
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Samples required |
A FBC and reticulocyte count will be required for pyruvate kinase testing. Please add this to all requests for this test. |
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Test indications |
Discuss with Haematology laboratory. Investigation for the inherited disorder PK deficiency is indicated in investigation of metabolic disorder of the red cells. Can be included as part of investigation for haemolytic anaemia. |
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Reference range |
11 - 19 IU/g Hb |
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Turnaround time |
2 weeks |
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Enquiries |
Haematology |
EDTA blood (purple cap/ black cap ring, 4 mL tube). Smaller tubes are available for paediatric samples (1 mL EDTA blood required).