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Adenosine Deaminase, Red Blood Cells

Order Code
829717
CPT
84311
Test Details
Synonyms

ADA

TAT

12 days

Methodology

Kinetic Spectrophotometry

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Determines ADA activity in red blood cells. Used in diagnosing severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID) related to ADA deficiency.

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Lavender-top (EDTA) tube or green-top (heparin) tube  

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 15 days
Order Code
829717
CPT
84311
Test Details
Synonyms

ADA

TAT

12 days

Methodology

Kinetic Spectrophotometry

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Determines ADA activity in red blood cells. Used in diagnosing severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID) related to ADA deficiency.

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Lavender-top (EDTA) tube or green-top (heparin) tube  

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 15 days