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Pyruvate Kinase Screen

Source Blood
Mnemonic PKS
Specimen Requirements Adult:
1 x 4 mL lavender top EDTA tube

Pediatric:
1 x 3 mL lavender top EDTA tube
Specimen Handling DO NOT centrifuge.
Additional Information Pyruvate or PKU are not included in PK screen. Refer to specific test (Pyruvate or PKU) for specimen requirements.
Testing Location Special Hematology
Testing Frequency Weekdays
Alternate Name(s) PK Screen, PKS
Reference Interval