Genetic Testing: Bristol Genetics Laboratory

Test information: Please note the main hub for genetics requests from Cornwall is the EXETER genetics laboratory. Only a few requests are sent directly to Bristol.

Specimen Type(s)

• Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Purple Top BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• Lilac Top Microtainer BD;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

2-5ml for adults/children and 1-2ml for neonates

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

Please complete and send a South-West genetics form.

Maximum add on time

No add-ons.

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

N/A

UKAS number

9307

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

If you have any queries about a test or results interpretation please contact us.