Very long Chain Fatty Acids (VLCFA) - including phytanate and pristanate
Description:
Analysis by GS-MS
Clinical details:
Indicated in the investigation of a number of peroxisomal disorders where there is a defect in the metabolism or processing of long chain fatty acids. Patients may present with a spectrum of disease from life-threatening neonatal addisonian crises and severe hypotonia to progressive neurological deterioration and peripheral neuropathy in adults.
Reference range:
Please contact laboratory to discuss
Synonyms or keywords:
VLCFA, Metabolic
Department:
Location:
Sample type and Volume required:
EDTA plasma (ideally FASTING / pre-prandial). Minimum sample volume 200 uL plasma. Haemolysed samples are unsuitable
Turnaround time:
3 weeks
Storage and transport:
Store frozen but sample can be sent
via 1st class post
Contacts:
Inherited Metabolic Diseases Unit at St Thomas' Hospital
0207 188 9652
St Thomas' Hospital
North Wing - 4th Floor
London
SE1 7EH
North Wing - 4th Floor
London
SE1 7EH
Last updated: 09/09/2022