Non-gynaecological body fluid | KK Women's and Children's Hospital

Specimen Container	Leak-proof clean container
Specimen Requirement	Fresh fluid
Specimen Storage/Transport	DO NOT SEND FLUID BY PNEUMATIC TUBE SYSTEM 1) Submit fluid fresh to lab within 1 hour of collection. If delay is anticipated, refrigerate at 4-8^oC. 2) Place fluid in a tightly capped & labelled container.
Orderable as Urgent?	No
Turn Around Time	4 days
Reference Value(s)	-
Testing Laboratory Location	KKH
Laboratory	Cytology
Contact Number	6394 1385
Day and Time Performed	Mon – Fri: 0800 hrs – 1800 hrs Last specimen receipt time is 1730 hrs Sat - 0830 hrs – 1300 hrs Last specimen receipt time is 1230 hrs
Orderable on CPOE?	Yes
Downtime Form	Non-Gynaecological Cytology
Additional Information	Urine and Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) can be sent by pneumatic tube system.

Last Updated - 27 May 2025