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Very Long Chain Fatty Acids

Lithium Heparin

Test	Very Long Chain Fatty Acids
Common Abbreviations	VLCFA
Profile	NA
Tube type	Lithium Heparin
Clinical Indication	Investigation of suspected peroxisomal disorders
Specimen Type	Blood
Sample type	Plasma
Minimum Volume	0.5mL
Special Precautions	No special requirements
Stability	Contact Referral Laboratory
Turnaround Time	4 - 6 weeks
Laboratory	Sheffield Children's Hospital Western Bank Sheffield S10 2TH 0114 271 7445
Reference Interval	Contact Referral Laboratory
Limitations	Contact Referral Laboratory
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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.