WBC Count (DISCONTINUED)

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Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
EDTA Tube
Specimen Requirement
Whole Blood
Adult: 3 mL blood 
Paediatrics and Neonate: 500 uL blood
Gently invert the tubes several times to prevent clotting. 
Specimen Storage/Transport

Send to laboratory as soon as possible after blood collection at room temperature.

Orderable as Urgent? Yes
Turn Around Time
Stat: 1 hr
Routine: 2 - 3 hrs
Reference Value(s)
Click here for reference interval.
Testing Laboratory Location KKH
Laboratory Haematology
Contact Number 6394 1373
Day and Time Performed
Daily, 24 hrs
Orderable on CPOE? Yes
Downtime Form

63170-Form-1080 Haematology Laboratory Downtime Form

Change History Notes

  • 16 Sep 2024 01:00 PM

    ​DISCONTINUED.

  • 07 Feb 2023 12:00 AM

    ​Updated Specimen Storage / Transport, Downtime Form.

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Last Updated - 01 Jul 2025