What is this test for?
The information on the newborn metabolic screening card must be completed. Capillary blood on filter paper should be shipped only after the blood in the circles has dried completely. Drying should be done by leaving the sample horizontally at room temperature, undisturbed, for 3 hours.
Sample information
- Sample type: Blood spot on newborn screening card
- Tube / container: Newborn screening card
- Sample volume: Entire sample / Min. (2 spots)
Preparation
Capillary Blood. Blood in the filter paper circles must be completely dry before transport. Drying should be done by leaving the sample horizontally at room temperature, undisturbed, for 3 hours.
Testing and results
- Method: LCMS
- Run schedule: Wednesday/Thursday at 13:00
- Turnaround time: 1 week, 18:00
Price and appointment
Add the test to your list to receive a price quote by e-mail, or call +90 850 640 07 30 / message us on WhatsApp (+90 537 301 22 14). You can have the test done at our branches or with our home blood collection service. Results can be viewed online with your Turkish ID number (or passport number for foreign nationals).