Chloride

BC0075

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
Gel separator tube (Adult)
Microtube (Paeds)
Specimen Requirement

Plain Blood
Adult: 3 mL
Paediatric: 0.5 mL


Invert blood 5 times after blood collection ensures the Clot-activating factors is well mixed with the blood. This will ensure results are reliable.

Orderable as Urgent? Yes
Turn Around Time
Average 2 hrs (1 - 3 hrs)
Reference Value(s)
< 1st month: 98-113 mmol/L
> 1st month: 98-107 mmol/L
Testing Laboratory Location KKH
Laboratory Clinical Chemistry
Contact Number 6394 1383
Day and Time Performed
Daily, 24 hrs
Orderable on CPOE? Yes
Downtime Form

Clinical Chemistry - Form A

Additional Information
Critical Values:
Low: <85 mmol/L
High: >120 mmol/L

Change History Notes

  • 10 Jul 2024 03:00 PM

    ​Updated Specimen Requirement.

  • 25 Mar 2024 12:00 AM

    Updated specimen requirement. 

  • 19 Oct 2021 02:40 PM

    ​Updated Specimen Requirement.

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Last Updated - 28 May 2025