Skin Biopsy
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Department: Biochemistry Requirement:
Turnaround Time: 6 - 8 weeks |
Background:
For fibroblast culture/storage
Discuss with Duty Biochemist and liaise with referral laboratory prior to sampling if not SUDI case.
Please supply full clinical details when requesting.
Replacement tubes must be ordered in advance from Birmingham Children's Hospital. The Laboratory keeps a small stock of tubes for emergencies - please contact the Duty Biochemist if required.
Other Comments:
Samples are stored/cultures set up at Department of Newborn Screening & Biochemical Genetics, Birmingham Children's Hospital, Whittal Street, Birmingham, B4 6DH