Laboratory Medicine
Test Directory / PTH-related peptide
PTH-related peptide
This test is not routinely available. Please contact Duty Biochemist to discuss if required.
| Test | PTH-related peptide |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | PTHRP |
| Profile | NA |
| Tube type | Specific collection tubes provided by referral laboratory |
| Clinical Indication | Used for the diagnosis and clinical management of patients suspected of hypercalcemia of malignancy. |
| Specimen Type | Blood |
| Sample type | Plasma from tube provided by referral laboratory |
| Minimum Volume | 1mL |
| Special Precautions | This test is not routinely available. Please contact Duty Biochemist to discuss if required. Specific tubes required from referral laboratory. Sample must be sent to the laboratory immediately following collection |
| Stability | NA |
| Turnaround Time | NA |
| Laboratory | Not routinely available. Please contact Duty Biochemist to discuss arranging testing if required. |
| Reference Interval | NA |
| Limitations | Contact Duty Biochemist to discuss |
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