Laboratory Test Reference Guide

Laboratory Information

Test Name

Beta Thalassaemia Gene studies

Synonyms

Beta globin gene analysis

Specimen Collection

Pre Testing Requirements

Haemoglobinopathy screen, CBC and iron profile

Instructions for Referral to Waikato Lab

Aliquot Transport

Room temperature

Test Information

Department

Haematology

Test Availability

Monthly

Method

LabPLUS or Christchurch Hospital Laboratory

Additional Information

Must be authorised by a Haematologist.

 

Referred Out

Electronic Information

HL7 mapping code

$HSENDLP