Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase

Test Name Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase
Alternate Name(s) G6PD
Laboratory Module LAB
Ordering Mnemonic G6PD
Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Collection Container 2x Lavender- 5 mls
Container Information
Lavender TubeLavender Tube
Micro-Lavender TubeMicro-Lavender Tube
Collection Information  
Test Schedule

one tube for CBC and one tube for G6PD

Routine Turnaround Time 5 days
Stat Turnaround Time  
Reference Interval  
Critical Values  
Lab Process Notes Please provide current Hb results with sendout. (Screen no longer available or full assay)
Storage and Transport

Do not open tube. Store refrigerated

Test Referred To Offsite, Reference Lab

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