Copper, serum

BC0087

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
Trace metal free tube (serum)
(To be obtained from DPLM Client Services)
Specimen Requirement
Plain Blood 
2 - 5 mL
Specimen Storage/Transport

​For Specimen collected AOH, to spin down and separate serum within 2 hours of receiving the specimen and aliquot into a trace metal free tube.

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– 1400 hrs , Sat 0800 hrs – 1000 hrs
Do not collect on Eve of Public holidays and Public holidays.
Orderable on CPOE? Yes
Downtime Form

Clinical Chemistry - Form A

Additional Information
Instructions Before Sampling: 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

  • 02 Nov 2021 12:00 AM

    ​Updated Specimen Container, Specimen Requirement and Specimen Storage/Transport.

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Last Updated - 05 Apr 2025