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Homocysteine, plasma

Test Code:

BC6453

Synonym(s):

Specimen Container

EDTA tube

Specimen Requirement

Whole Blood EDTA
5 mL
Fasting sample

Specimen Storage / Transport

Place specimen in a biohazard specimen bag and immerse this bag in crushed ice. Send immediately to lab.
To spin and separate the plasma and store at – 20°C before the next transport is available.

Method

 

Orderable as STAT?

No

Turn Around Time

Average: 4 hrs ( 3 - 5 hrs )

Reference Value(s)

≥13 yrs : < 15.0 µmol/L

Testing Laboratory Location

SGH

Laboratory

Biochemistry

Contact Number

6394 1352

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

Homocysteine, plasma BC6453
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