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.

Cystinosis Central