Alzheimer's Disease (Blood) |
| Alternative Names: | Abeta
Tau
NfL
Phospho-Tau181P; Neurofilament Light |
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| Laboratory: | Clinical Biochemistry |
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| Test Code: | ALZHEIM |
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| Specimen Types: | Blood |
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| Container Types: | |
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| Adults Volume or Mass: | 5 mL |
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| Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass: | 2 mL |
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| Collection & Request Instructions: | Must be approved by a Chemical Pathologist.
The NDDL referral form must be completed prior to referral.
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| Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories: | On Ice |
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| Assay Frequency: | Weekly |
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| External Laboratory: | National Dementia Diagnostics Laboratory |
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| Billing Information: | Testing fee: pTau181P: $250 NfL: $200 |
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| Additional Notes: | For enquiries:
Phone: 03 9035 7243 (NDDL)
Email: enquiries-nddl@unimelb.edu.au
Method: Roche ECLIA
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