Test Category: Specialist BiochemistryToxicology
Investigation Name:Paraquat and Diaquat
Alias or Abbreviation:PARQ
Intro:
Paraquat and diquat are two types of highly toxic herbicide. Diquat is less toxic than paraquat, however ingestion of either may lead to multiple organ failure and death. Screening for paraquat/diquat in urine can confirm poisoning, however there is no effective antidote available.Pathology Laboratory:Toxicology Laboratory
Requestable Seperately?Yes
Minimum Sample Volume:1 mL
Expected Turnaround Time:1 working day from receipt
Test Code:PARQ
Sample Type:
1 mL of random urine collected into a plain (white top) universal container.Please ensure samples are taken a minimum of 1hour post ingestion.
Collection Conditions / Other Information:Please contact the laboratory on 0121 507 4138 prior to sending samples to arrange analysis.
Referred to Another Laboratory?No
Storage Requirements:Samples should be stored at 4°C prior to sending.
Posting Address / Requirements:Ambient temperature, 1st class post.
Sandwell Health Campus
Pathology Department
Specialist chemistry
Lyndon,
B71 4HJ
NPEX / PDF Reporting Available:NPEX an PDF reporting is available.
EQA Scheme:There is no EQA scheme for this assay.
Further information:If the sample is positive for Paraquat/Diquat, confirmation using a quantitative screen may be possible via Sheffield Toxicology.
Lead Contact Details:Consultant Clinical Scientist, Lauren Starbrook
Email: lauren.starbrook@nhs.net
Email Address For Chasing Results:rwh-tr.bcpsspecialistchemistryenquiries@nhs.net
Site Sample Tested:Sandwell Health Campus
Cost:Please email: bcpspathology.info@nhs.net for further details
Contact Number:0121 507 4138
