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Iron, serum

Test Code:

BC0039

Synonym(s):

Specimen Container

Gel separator tube (Adult)
Microtube (Paeds)

Specimen Requirement

Plain blood
Adult: 3 mL
Paediatic: 1.3 mL

Invert blood 5 times after blood collection ensures the anticoagulant is well mixed with the blood. This will ensure results are reliable.

Specimen Storage / Transport

Method

 

Orderable as STAT?

No

Turn Around Time

Average 3 hrs ( 2 - 4 hrs)

Reference Value(s)

0 day - <14 years: 2.8 - 22.9 umol/L
14 - <19 years (male): 5.5 - 30.0 umol/L
14 - <19 years (female): 3.5 - 29.0 umol/L
19 years & above (male): 11.6 - 31.3 umol/L
19 years & above (female): 9.0 - 30.4 umol/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

Additional Information

Change History Notes

Others

Keywords

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