Test Category: Biochemistry
Investigation Name:Glycosaminoglycans

Alias or Abbreviation:GAGS Mucopolysaccharides
Pathology Laboratory:Chemistry Referred Ext 85290
Requestable Seperately?No
Part of Profile:No
E-Requesting Tab:Blood Sciences, Paediatrics
Minimum Sample Volume:5-10ml
Expected Turnaround Time:7- 14 working days from receipt
Test Code:MPS
Sample Type:
Urine (Plain)Maximum Add on Time:N/A
Complex Reference Range:Contact IMD section BCH 0121 333 9942
Collection Conditions / Other Information:Fresh sample LAB INSTRUCTIONS: Freeze if stored. Does not need to be transported frozen.
Reference Laboratory Details:Biomedical Genetics, Paediatric Laboratory Medicine, B'ham Children's Hospital NHS Trust, Whittal Street,BHAM B4 6DH (Tel.0121 3339999/SD *3155 Chem Lab Ext 9915, Met Lab Ext 9942 )
Referred to Another Laboratory?Yes
Reference Lab Code:CHIC