Referred Tests
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Test ID: GALK
Galactokinase, Blood
Useful For 
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Diagnosis of galactokinase deficiency
Evaluation of children with unexplained bilateral congenital or juvenile onset cataracts
Genetics Test Information Provides information that may help with selection of the correct genetic test or proper submission of the test request
Enzymatic testing for the diagnosis of galactokinase (GALK) deficiency.
Testing Algorithm Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
See Galactosemia Testing Algorithm in Special Instructions for additional information.
Special Instructions Library of PDFs including pertinent information and forms related to the test
Method Name A short description of the method used to perform the test
Enzyme Reaction Followed by Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
NY State Available Indicates the status of NY State approval and if the test is orderable for NY State clients.
Yes
Reporting Name Lists a shorter or abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test
Galactokinase, B
Aliases Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching
Galactokinase (RBC)
Galactokinase Deficiency
Galactosemia
Galactokinase Deficiency
Galactosemia