Methodology
Kinetic
Synonyms
G6PD; G6PDH
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB01352
Lab Test Days
Tuesday-Saturday
Standard TAT
2-4 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.5-1 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Collection Instructions
Whole blood collected in an EDTA royal-blue top tube is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 48 Hours; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: Unacceptable
Rejection Criteria
Received frozen
Test Volume Required
1 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL Whole Blood
CPT Codes
82955
Revised
11/17/25
Initials
SA