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Related Subjects: | Acute Porphyrias | Variegate Porphyria | Acute Intermittent Porphyria (AIP) | Porphyria Cutanea Tarda (PCT) | Porphyria Testing
⚠️ All samples for porphyria testing must be protected from light to preserve integrity. ✅ Use the following bottles:
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| 🌪️ Acute Symptomatic Porphyria
Suspect if patient presents with acute neurovisceral attacks:
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| 🌞 Cutaneous Bullous Porphyria
Suspect in blistering skin disorders (PCT, HCP, CEP) |
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| ☀️ Photosensitive Cutaneous Porphyria
Acute photosensitivity (EPP, X-linked Protoporphyria) |
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| 👨👩👦 Asymptomatic / Family History
Used for patients with personal or family history of porphyria (provide clinical details) |
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