Synonyms
Kinky Hair Disease, Menke's
Performing Lab
Dr Herten/ San Luis Obispo
Lab Test Days
As received
Standard TAT
3-7 days
Stat TAT
N/A
Collection Information
Specimen Required
30 plucked hairs
Collection Instructions
Must have plucked hairs. Cut hairs not acceptable. Must also send clinical history
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Test Volume Required
30 plucked hairs
Minimum Test Volume
30 plucked hairs
Processing Instructions
Place hairs in plastic bag. Must include brief clinical history. Send in envelope via regular mail to: DR JEFFREY HERTEN, 15 SANTA ROSA, SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93405. (805) 541-2650. Call Dr. Herten's office before sending Research test, no charge, result will be mailed.
Revised
02-28-02