Heinz Bodies
Description:
Heinz bodies are precipitated denatured globin chains often seen in patients with enzyme deficiencies and unstable haemoglobins. This assay is a supravital staining method for the identification of these inclusion bodies.
This test is not currently included in the laboratory's UKAS scope of accreditation to ISO15189:2012.
This test is not currently included in the laboratory's UKAS scope of accreditation to ISO15189:2012.
Clinical details:
Haemolysis
Reference range:
n/a
Synonyms or keywords:
G6PD deficiency, enzyme defiencies, unstable haemoglobin carrier
Department:
Location:
Sample type and Volume required:
Whole Blood
Turnaround time:
3 days
Please contact laboratory to discuss urgent requests.
Special sample instructions:
Samples should be kept in fridge temperature and sent to laboratory as soon as possible
Storage and transport:
EDTA
Contacts:
For clinical advice or interpretation of results, please contact the laboratory in the first instance.
Laboratory:
Last updated: 25/06/2026
