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Alternative Names:

SMA
SMN Gene

Laboratory:

Human Molecular

Test Code:

MS SMN

Specimen Types:

Blood

Container Types:

EDTA 6 mL

Adults Volume or Mass:

5 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

1 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

A separate container is required for this test.

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:

Room temperature

This requst must be approved by the haematology registrar prior to sending

External Laboratory:

Victorian Clinical Genetics Services, RC Hospital

Additional Notes:

Please see link below for external laboratory requirements and costs