Thiopurine methyltransferase

Printer-friendly versionPrinter-friendly version
Thiopurine methyltransferase
Red Cell Thiopurine Methyl Transferase, TPMT
Whole blood, EDTA (Red top tube). Upon arrival in the laboratory the sample is refrigerated prior to referral. Do not centrifuge.

This test is referred to another centre for analysis:

Specialist Chemistry Postal Reception

Pathology Department

Sandwell General Hospital Lyndon

West Bromwich B71 4HJ

Tel: 0121 507 5345

Expected turnaround time: 4 weeks
Used in the investigation of azothioprine metabolism
Contact referral lab for more information
Contact referral lab for more information
N/A
N/A