Yellow (ACD solution A). Also acceptable: Green (sodium or lithium heparin), lavender (K2EDTA or K3EDTA), or pink (K2EDTA). Enzyme most stable in acid citrate dextrose (ACD).
Whole Blood
1.5 mL
(0.5 mL)
Clotted, frozen, or hemolyzed specimens.
REFRIGERATED
Pediatric minimum 0.5 mL if collected and transported in a pediatric collection K2EDTA tube. ACD collection tubes should be filled to maximum collectible volume and are not recommended for pediatric specimen collection or preservation.
Sun-Sat
1-3 days
Quantitative Enzymatic Assay
Core
(IHC)
G-6-PD
RBC G6PD test
G6PD Erythrocytes
0080135
Test
U/g Hb
82955
32546-4
