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Sweat Conductivity
Collected by laboratory in macroduct system
| Test | Sweat Conductivity |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | SWCO |
| Profile | Sweat Test |
| Tube type | Collected by laboratory in macroduct system |
| Clinical Indication | Diagnosis of Cystic Fibrosis |
| Specimen Type | Sweat |
| Sample type | Sweat |
| Minimum Volume | 20uL |
| Special Precautions | |
| Stability | 72 hrs at room temp or in fridge |
| Turnaround Time | Same day |
| Laboratory | York and Scarborough |
| Reference Interval | <50mmol/L = non CF 50-90mmol/L = equivocal >90mmol/L = CF |
| Limitations | Patient should be > 2 weeks old and not dehydrated |
| Notes |
