PK Enzyme Activity
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Pyruvate Kinase Enzyme Activity, Whole Blood
Test ID: PKEA WB
Test
Method
Kinetic Spectrophotometry
Report Includes
Specimens
Whole Blood
Clinical Utility
Evaluation of nonspherocytic hemolytic anemia
Evaluation of neonatal anemia or jaundice
Evaluation of unexplained noninfectious hepatic failure
Evaluation of unexplained iron overload
Evaluation of unusually severe hemoglobin S trait
Evaluation of unusually severe glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency
Investigating families with pyruvate kinase deficiency to determine inheritance pattern and for genetic counseling.
Test Location
Mayo Clinical Labs, Minnesota USA
Test Version
20-Feb-2024
Specimen
Specimens
Whole Blood
Collection Containers
Preferred
Yellow top (ACD solution B)
Acceptable
Lavender top (EDTA)
Sample Volume
6 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Send specimen in original tube. Do not transfer blood to other containers. Store and send cold.
Stability
| Refrigerated | 20 days |
|---|
Test Version
20-Feb-2024
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Kinetic Spectrophotometry
Turnaround Time
10 days
Test Location
Mayo Clinical Labs, Minnesota USA
Test Version
20-Feb-2024
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| PKEA WB | 63634PK Enzyme Acivity, B | U/g Hb |
Test Version
20-Feb-2024