BC0087
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)
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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 | |
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.
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Change History Notes
02 Nov 2021 12:00 AM
Updated Specimen Container, Specimen Requirement and Specimen Storage/Transport.
Last Updated - 05 Apr 2025
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