Very Long Chain Fatty Acids
Test Information
Test Name
Very Long Chain Fatty Acids
Synonyms
VLCFA; VLFA; Phytanic Acid; Pristanic acid
Preferred Specimen
EDTA
Testing Location
Referral
Turn Around Time
6 weeks
Collection Information
Preparation
- Full clinical summary required
Processing Information
Registration Code
VLCF
Notes
- Freeze plasma
- Not available for test add, frozen plasma required
- Phytanic acid and Pristanic acid also reported
Alternative Specimen
Heparin
Methodology
Interpretations
View InterpretationsContact Information
laura.yau@pathlab.co.nz
External Referral Information
Referral Location
Canterbury Health Laboratory (via WHL)
Send Away Transport
Frozen
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