UCSD CYSTINE DETERMINATION LABORATORY
Email: cystine@ucsd.edu
Purpose:
The UCSD Cystine Determination Laboratory is an accredited
analytical laboratory, and is affiliated with the
UCSD Biochemical Genetics Laboratory. Its primary role is the assay of the intracellular cystine content of tissues.
Contacts:
- Bonnie Holmes, CLS (Med. Tech., Lab. Manager)
- Bruce A. Barshop, M.D., Ph.D., FACMG (Director)
- Jerry A. Schneider, M.D., FACMG (Advisor)
- Telephone: +1- 619 543-5260
- Fax: +1- 619 543-3565
Accreditation
Description
of Tests and Services
Cystagon Monitoring
Diagnosis by White Blood Cells
Diagnosis by Skin Fibroblasts
Diagnosis by Placenta
Prenatal Diagnosis
Heterozygote Carrier Detection
by Polymorphonuclearleukocytes
Request for White Blood Cell
Preparation Kit
Forms to Include with Samples
** WBC Procedure ** / Illustrated WBC Preparation
Billing
Price List
Note: Some insurance companies and agencies will say they do not cover these services.
Generally, if we contact the company or agency we are successful in obtaining approval.
Please contact us prior to testing for pre-authorization.