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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
Notes

Update for visitors

Visiting restrictions are in place at our hospitals to stop the spread of norovirus. These restrictions will be in place until further notice.

The following wards are closed to visitors:

York Hospital: Ward 29 and Ward 37.

There are four exceptions only to the restrictions. These are:

For patients who are receiving end of life care

Paediatric patients (babies and children)

Maternity care

The family carers of those with dementia

We understand these restrictions can be difficult when a loved one is unwell. The restrictions will be reviewed daily and lifted as soon as it is safe. Thank you for your understanding as we try to reduce the spread of norovirus in our hospitals.