| Specimen Container |
Gel separator tube (Adult)
Microtube (Paeds) |
| Specimen Requirement |
Plain Blood
Adult: 3 mL Paediatric: 1.3 mL |
| Specimen Storage/Transport | - |
| Orderable as Urgent? | No |
| Turn Around Time |
Average: 4 hrs ( 3 - 5 hrs )
|
| Reference Value(s) |
-
|
| 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
|
| Orderable on CPOE? | Yes |
| Downtime Form | |
| Additional Information |
Refrain from exercise or strenuous activity prior to blood collection. |
Change History Notes
-
28 Jul 2021 12:00 AM
Removed Specimen Storage / Transport. Updated Additional Information.
Last Updated - 05 Apr 2025
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