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Alternative Names:

Gaucher Disease
Lyso-GB1

Laboratory:

Clinical Biochemistry

Test Code:

MISCB

Specimen Types:

Blood

Container Types:

EDTA 6 mL

Adults Volume or Mass:

1 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

1 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

This test is requested in patients with a known diagnosis of Gaucher Disease.

Gaucher Disease is a Lysosomal disorder where glucosylsphingosine accumulates.

NOTE: This test is NOT Medicare rebatable. The cost of the test is $122. Complete payment form where required.

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:

Send to lab immediately

Assay Frequency:

Monthly

External Laboratory:

SA Pathology at Women's and Children's Hospital