BC0203
Specimen Container |
Gel separator tube (Adult)
Microtube (Paeds) |
Specimen Requirement |
3mL plain blood |
Specimen Storage/Transport |
Spin down and separate serum. Sample should be kept refrigerated (2-8°C). Serum should be separated from cells if storage of more than 4 hours.
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Orderable as Urgent? | No |
Turn Around Time |
Average: 4 hrs ( 3 - 5 hrs )
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Testing Laboratory Location | SGH |
Laboratory | Biochemistry |
Contact Number | 6394 1352 |
Day and Time Performed |
Mon – Fri 0800 hrs– 1700 hrs , Sat 0800 hrs – 1230 hrs
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Orderable on CPOE? | Yes |
Downtime Form | |
Additional Information |
Send specimen to lab for serum separation after normal office hours.
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Change History Notes
25 Feb 2025 02:00 PM
Updated Specimen storage and transport.
04 Aug 2021 12:00 AM
Updated Specimen Requirement.
Last Updated - 21 Jun 2025
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