Laboratory Medicine Program


Free Porphyrins: Quantitation (Whole blood)
(Free Protoporphyrin, Protoporphyrin - Free)

Clinical Decription:

Method: HPLC

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
0.40 -1.00 umol/L Erc. Porphyrin reference values are not available for individuals 17y and younger.

Specimen Type: whole blood -EDTA tube
Volume: mL (minimum: 7.0 mL mL)

Shipping: None

Special Instructions: Protoect sample from light - wrap with foil. Do not freeze. Hematocrit must be provided to allow calculation of result. DO NOT FREEZE SAMPLE

Testing Schedule(s): Please call

Turnaround Time: None

For more information, call 416.340.5227 or 1.866.865.5227