Test Name: Thiopurine Methyl Transferase 
Alternate Test Names TPMT 
PLS Test Code BOR  Laboratory Biochemistry 
Specimen Blood  Analysis Performed On Blood 
Container EDTA Tube 4 ml  Container colour Mauve 
Multiple specimens  
Required Volume Adult (mL) Req Vol Paediatric (mL)
Reference Ranges  
Turnaround Time Routine 1 Month  Turnaround Time Urgent  
Turnaround Other  
Days test is performed Fortnightly  Transport Room temperature 
Special Requirements None 
Patient Preparation None 
Collection Instructions Venepuncture 
Clinical Information  
Sent to Reference Laboratory Yes 
Ref Laboratory Name Westmead Hospital, Tel: 02 9845 8498, 02 9845 6791, Address: Institute of Clinical Pathology and Medical Research, Westmead Hospital, Westmead Centre, Hawkesbury Road, Westmead NSW 2145 
Estimated Patient Fee N/A 
Last Updated 04-Apr-2008 (Version: 1.04)