Thiopurine Methyltransferase (TPMT)
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Department: Biochemistry (referred) Requirement:
Dedicated sample required
Turnaround Time: 6 - 8 weeks |
Background:
Evaluation of TPMT status prior to prescribing azathioprine. Both TPMT activity and genetic analysis are performed by the referral laboratory.
Please note: repeat requests will not be analysed - if a sample has already been sent for analysis, please await results. Please contact the laboratory if a result has not been received.
Other Comments:
Analysed at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital, Bordesley Green East, Birmingham, B9 5SS
Interpretive comments provided by referral laboratory.