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Xylose absorption Test (Paediatric) (DISCONTINUED)

Test Code:

XXXXX

Synonym(s):

Specimen Container

EDTA tube

Specimen Requirement

Whole Blood EDTA
1 mL

Specimen Storage / Transport

Method

 

Orderable as STAT?

No

Turn Around Time

Average: 4 hrs ( 3 - 5 hrs )

Reference Value(s)

 

Testing Laboratory Location

SGH

Laboratory

Biochemistry

Contact Number

6394 1352

Day and Time Performed

Mon – Fri 0800 hrs– 1700 hrs , Sat 0800 hrs – 1230 hrs

Orderable on CPOE?

Yes

Additional Information

1) Patient is fasted for at least 4hrs
2) An oral dose of xylose (0.5g d(+) xylose per kg body weight) is given as an aqueous solution of 5-10g xylose per 100mL water. Max. dose is 10g xylose.
3) Blood specimens (1.0 mL) are obtained at 0.5, 1 and 2 hrs after the ingestion of xylose.
4) Send all specimens to the laboratory.
 
BC0360P

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Keywords

Xylose absorption Test (Paediatric) BC0360P XXXXX
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