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Immunoreactive Trypsin

Blood Sciences Test


Sample Type

Blood Spot

Special Collection Instructions

Serum or dried blood spot (Guthrie) samples are acceptable (ensure the latter are thoroughly dried before despatch).

If elevated, a second sample should be sent, at a 5 day interval, since only prolonged high levels support a clinical diagnosis of cystic fibrosis in the  neonate. Patients on IV feeding should have their ‘normal’ IRT levels confirmed once oral feeding has been resumed.

Test Usage

Screening for Cystic Fibrosis

The infant must have been feeding on milk for at least 2 days before specimen collection, the usual age being 5 days. Cards collected up to the age of 1 month give valid results or up to 2 months for cystic fibrosis. Blood spot cards can be tested by the lab up to 1 month after collection.

Turnaround Time

Approximately 2 weeks

Availability

Sendaway

 

Specimen Labelling Procedure
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