6-Methylmercatopurine levels are reflex tested in all specimens where 6-Thioguanine Nucleotides (6-TGN) levels are < 200 pmol/8x10e8 RBCs as an indicator of potential toxicity.
Department
Toxicology
Delphic Registration Code
MMP
Synonyms
6-MMP
Methylmercaptopurine
MMP
Turnaround Time
7 days
Test Code
5178
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
EDTA (Lavender Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
5.0
No of Samples Required
1
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
EDTA (Lavender Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
1.0
Additional Specimen Information
Where 6-TGN and 6-MMP are being measured concurrently a single EDTA sample is sufficient. Refrigerate
