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Paroxysmal Nocturnal Haemoglobinuria (PNH) Test
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| Test | Paroxysmal Nocturnal Haemoglobinuria (PNH) Test |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | |
| Profile | PNH |
| Clinical Indication | Paroxysmal Nocturnal Haemoglobinuria (PNH) is an acquired clonal stem cell disorder characterised by the expansion of a population of blood cells deficient in GPI linked proteins. |
| Specimen Type | Blood |
| Sample Type | EDTA |
| Minimum Volume | 1 x 3 mL |
| Special Precautions | Please discuss with Consultant Haematologists in the first instance. Samples must arrive before 4pm Monday-Thursday and before 2.30pm on Fridays |
| Stability | 24 hrs |
| Turnaround Time | 3-4 weeks |
| Laboratory | HMDS Leeds St James University Hospital |
| Reference Interval | Issued with final report. |
| Limitations | None stated |
| Additional Information |
