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PORPHOBILINOGEN QUANTITATIVE (National)

Test Details
Test Name : PORPHOBILINOGEN QUANTITATIVE
Alternative Test Names : PORPHOBILINOGEN QUANTITATIVE
Code: 198
Test Overview : THIS TEST IS ONLY AVAILABLE FOR HOSPITAL CLIENTS. Used in the work up of porphyria, porphyrinuria and in cases of suspected lead poisoning.
Test Preparation Instructions : N/A
Turnaround Time: 18 DAYS
Reference Interval:
Age Reference Interval
Sex Low High Component Low High Units Note
F CREATININE 5.3 15.9 Millimole/Day
M CREATININE 7.1 17.7 Millimole/Day
M/F PBG 0 9 Micromole/Day
Age
Sex Low High Component
F CREATININE
M CREATININE
M/F PBG

Reference Interval
Low High Units Note
5.3 15.9 Millimole/Day
7.1 17.7 Millimole/Day
0 9 Micromole/Day
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: 24 Hour Urine
Container: 24 HR URINE CONTAINER
Volume: 20.00mL

Collection Requirements: Specimen may be collected in Dr's office and submitted as per routine samples but must arrive at Dynacare laboratory within 24 hours of collection. Samples will be frozen upon receipt in a Dynacare main lab facility. Collect urine in a 24 hour urine container with no preservatives. Transfer a 20 mL aliquot of the measured 24 hr collection into a sterile urine container. Protect from light. Indicate 24 hour total volume.
Storage and Transport: If specimen will be received at a Dynacare main lab location within 24 hours of collection, store and ship refrigerated. If not, store frozen and ship on dry ice.

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