Apolipoprotein E

Testing Laboratory

Canterbury Health Laboratories Christchurch Hospital

Department

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Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

APOE

Test Code (Numeric Code)

7848

Synonyms

Apo E
Hyperlipidaemia
Type III hyperlipidaemia
Apolipoprotein E Genotyping

Specimen Type

• Whole Blood

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• EDTA (Lavender Cap)

Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

4

Minimum Sample Volume (ml)

1

Collection instructions:
The clinical information for the test must be clearly written on the form

Laboratory instruction:
WHOLE BLOOD. Store at Fridge and transport at Room Temperature.
Send copy of form with sample to Lab.

Register with a dedicated lab number.

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