| Specimen Container |
EDTA tube (Pink top), 6 mL
|
| Specimen Requirement |
Adult: 6 ml
Neonate/ Paeds: 1.5ml (Do not use 500ul paediatric microtube)
Disclaimer:
- Blood volume is calculated based on 60% PCV/HCT, hence if the patient has lower PCV/HCT (< 60%), it may not be sufficient to run the test.
- Please note that the volume of blood required for adult tube is different due to larger tube diameter.
|
| Orderable as Urgent? | No |
| Turn Around Time |
45 - 90 minutes
|
| Reference Value(s) |
-
|
| Testing Laboratory Location | KKH |
| Laboratory | Blood Bank |
| Contact Number | 6394 1376 |
| Day and Time Performed |
Daily, 24 hrs
|
| Orderable on CPOE? | Yes |
| Downtime Form | |
| Additional Information |
Gently invert the tubes several times to prevent clotting.
Phlebotomist's name and signature must be provided on the attached tube label. |
Change History Notes
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05 Jun 2026 08:28 AM
Update container image
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04 Jun 2026 04:59 PM
Update Specimen Container and Specimen Requirement
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01 Jun 2026 07:47 AM
Update Downtime form
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19 Jul 2024 02:00 PM
Updated Specimen Requirement.
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03 Jan 2024 04:00 PM
Update of Test Image and Specimen Requirement.
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10 Jan 2023 12:00 AM
Updated Test name
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08 Nov 2021 12:00 AM
Updated Specimen Container and Specimen Requirement.
Last Updated - 05 Jun 2026
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