Alpha Globin Gene Deletion

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Testing Laboratory

Canterbury Health Laboratories Christchurch Hospital

Department

Refer to Testing Lab link

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

AGGD

Test Code (Numeric Code)

7811

Synonyms

Alpha Thalassaemia: Alpha globin gene deletion analysis
Alpha Thalassemia
HBA2
Alpha Thalassaemia Mutation Analysis
α Globin Gene Deletion

Specimen Type

  • Whole Blood

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • EDTA (Lavender Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

3.5

Minimum Sample Volume (ml)

0.5

Last updated: 16/04/2026