Methaemoglobin, Quantitative

HA0310

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
Heparinised syringe
Specimen Requirement
Collect 2 mL of blood in a heparinised syringe. Expel air bubbles, cap the syringe and roll the specimen between the hands for 15 seconds to gently mix it. Place this in a biohazard specimen bag and then immerse this bag into another bag with crushed ice. Send immediately to Lab. Clotted specimen or air bubble in the specimen will be REJECTED.
 
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
Collect blood in a syringe. Place syringe in a biohazard specimen bag and then immerse this bag into another bag with crushed ice. Send immediately to Lab. 
Orderable as Urgent? Yes
Turn Around Time
Average 30 mins ( 25 - 35 mins )
Reference Value(s)
0 to 1.5%
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

Change History Notes

  • 11 Jul 2023 10:00 AM


    Update on Specimen storage and transport.

  • 12 Oct 2021 10:45 AM

    ​Updated specimen requirement.

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Last Updated - 05 Apr 2025