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Test Code PKU Phenylketonuria (PKU) Screening Test

Specimen Type

Whole blood

Collection Instructions

Routine Heel stick.

Rejection Criteria

QNS, Layered; <24  hours old; scratched.

Specimen Storage and Stability

Room temperature.

Lab Department

Phlebotomy

Alias

Newborn Screen, PKU; PKU;

Ordering Info

NOTE: Please contact your Local Hospital Laboratory for instructions.

EPIC Code

LAB480

Acceptable Collection Container

Newborn Screening kit supplied by the State of Ohio.

Day(s) and Time(s) Performed

Monday through Sunday, 24 hours

Patient Preparation

Patient must be >24  hours old.

Additional Information

Specimen must be mailed to the State of Ohio after 3-5 hours drying time.