Aluminium

BC0052

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
Trace metal free tube (serum)
(To be obtained from DPLM Client Services, after office hour call extension 1352)
Specimen Requirement
Plain blood
3 mL
Orderable as Urgent? No
Turn Around Time
Mean: 7 days Range: 3-11 days
Testing Laboratory Location SGH
Laboratory Biochemistry
Contact Number 6394 1352
Day and Time Performed
Mon – Fri: 0800 hrs– 1700 hrs
Orderable on CPOE? Yes
Downtime Form

Clinical Chemistry - Form A

Additional Information
Instructions Before Sampling:
 
1. Patient is advised to refrain from oral ingestion of fruit juices and tea for 1 day before blood collection. Oral citrate enhances the gastrointestinal aluminium absorption which results in increased levels in blood.
2. Patient should avoid taking either gadolinium or iodine containing contrast media for at least 4 days as they can interfere with trace metal tests.

Change History Notes

  • 09 Feb 2023 12:00 AM

    ​Updated Test Code, Specimen Container.

  • 28 Jul 2021 12:00 AM

    ​Updated Additional Information.

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Last Updated - 28 May 2025