Arsenic, blood

BC9999

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
Trace metal free tube containing K2EDTA
(To be obtained from DPLM Reception, after office hour call extension 1383)
Specimen Requirement
1-5 mL. Do not centrifuge as whole blood is required.
Orderable as Urgent? No
Turn Around Time
Average 7 days (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? No
Downtime Form

Clinical Chemistry - Form A

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.

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.

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