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Vitamin B12

Test Code:

BC0192

Synonym(s):

Specimen Container

Gel separator tube (Adult)
 

Specimen Requirement

Plain blood
Adult: 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

3 - 4 hrs

Reference Value(s)

< 5 days: No reference ranges
5 days to <1 yrs: 191 - 1163 pmol/L
1 yrs to < 9 yrs: 209 - 1190 pmol/L
9 yrs to 14 yrs: 186 - 830 pmol/L
14 yrs to <17 yrs: 180-655 pmol/L
17 yrs to <19 yrs: 150-599 pmol/L
19 yrs and above: 138 - 652 pmol/L

Testing Laboratory Location

KKH

Laboratory

Clinical Chemistry

Contact Number

6394 1383

Day and Time Performed

Mon - Fri: 0800 hrs to 1700 hrs
Sat: 0800 hrs - 1230 hrs

Orderable on CPOE?

Yes

Additional Information

Change History Notes

Others

Keywords

Vitamin B12 BC0192
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