Description
Homocystein plays a central role in cytosolic methylation transfer and is best analysed via the amino acid ion exchange method.
Also known as
HCY/tHCY
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To request this test please send sample with a request providing patient ID (three identifiers), specimen information, assay required, relevant clinical details and sender information. Before sending sample please read details on requesting and labelling by clicking on the link. Please also refer to any additional information provided for this test.
Additional information
Sample should be spun and separated within 30 minutes of collection and frozen at -20�C.
Sending address
Chemical Pathology Reception
Level 1, Camelia Botnar Building
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Laboratory service
Chemical Pathology
Sample requirements
5ml fresh random urine in a plain universal container
Reference range
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Turnaround time
3 - 6 weeks
Disease / group
Disorders of cytosolic methyl group transfer and the metabolism of sulphur amino acids.
Cost
Upon request
Call in advance?
Not required