Manganese, serum

BC9999

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
​Trace metal free tube (serum)
(To be obtained from DPLM Client Services, after office hour call extension 1352)
Specimen Requirement
Plain blood
1 - 5 mL

Instructions Before Sampling:
Patient should avoid taking either gadolinium or iodine containing contrast media for at least 4 days as they can interfere with trace metal tests.​

Orderable as Urgent? No
Turn Around Time
Mean = 7 days ; Range 3 - 11 days​
Reference Value(s)
>= 20 yrs: < 2.7 ug/L​
Testing Laboratory Location SGH
Laboratory Biochemistry​
Contact Number 6394 1352
Day and Time Performed
Mon to Fri: 0800hrs - 1400 hrs
Sat: 0800hrs - 1000 hrs​
Do not collect on Eve of Public holidays and Public holidays.​
Orderable on CPOE? No
Downtime Form

Clinical Chemistry - Form A

Last Updated - 05 Apr 2025