Turnaround times
The quoted turnaround time is from sample receipt in the laboratory, to results authorisation in the Laboratory Information Management system. The times do not include transport of specimen to the laboratory or the administrative process to print and post/email reports. Service users must allow for transport and reporting time when ordering tests.
Clinical background:
Testing at diagnosis can benefit patients and their families by:Informing treatment decisions.
Helping to predict response to chemotherapyGiving them the opportunity to undergo risk-reducing surgery to possibly prevent future cancers.
Specimen container adult:
EDTA whole blood
Minimum volume adult:
3-5 mL
Special requirements:
Send the sample with the appropriate genetic request form.
Transport requirements:
Sample to be received by testing laboratory within 72hrs of collection.
First class post.