Amyloid A

Testing Laboratory

Canterbury Health Laboratories Christchurch Hospital

Department

Refer to Testing Lab link

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

AMYA

Test Code (Numeric Code)

8872

Synonyms

Amyloid

Specimen Type

• Plasma
• Serum

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• SST II (Gold Cap)

Acceptable

• Lithium Heparin - Non-gel (Green Cap)
• Plain (Red Top)

Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

3.5

Minimum Sample Volume (ml)

0.5

Collection instructions:
This test is not the genetic screen for Amyloid/Amyloidosis. If genetic screen is requested, refer to WDHB Biochemistry Pathologist. Collect EDTA for gene test.

Laboratory instruction:
Separate and freeze
Record test details on the computer generated PDF form and Dispatch Note
Send with copy of request form, highlight test clearly on copy
Register with a dedicated lab number.

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