BC9999
Specimen Container |
Trace metal free tube containing K2EDTA
(To be obtained from DPLM Reception, after office hour call extension 1383)
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Specimen Requirement |
1-5 mL. Do not centrifuge as whole blood is required.
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Orderable as Urgent? | No |
Turn Around Time |
Average 7 days (3 - 11 days)
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Testing Laboratory Location | SGH |
Laboratory | Biochemistry |
Contact Number | 6394 1352 |
Day and Time Performed |
Mon - Fri: 0800 hrs -
1700 hrs |
Orderable on CPOE? | No |
Downtime Form | |
Additional Information |
Instructions Before Collection: 1. Patient is advised to refrain from oral ingestion of seafood for 3 days before sample collection. 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.
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Change History Notes
08 Feb 2023 12:00 AM
Updated non-orderable on CPOE.
28 Jul 2021 12:00 AM
Updated Day and Time Performed.
Last Updated - 27 May 2025
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