Test Code ALU1 Aluminium, serum
Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB665 |
| NBS code | LBC01376 |
| Service code | 31803 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit the following:
| Container: |
| Royal Blue (Plain) |
Processing Requirements
Allow specimen to clot for 30 mins and centrifuge within 2 hrs
Specimen type: Serum
Volume: 1 mL
Storage/transport requirements: Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 3 days |
| Refrigerate | 1 week (Preferred) |
| Frozen | 1 week |
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Friday, TAT 14 - 21 days
Reference Interval
An interpretive report will be provided.
Useful For
Preferred monitoring for aluminum toxicity in patients undergoing dialysis and preferred test for routine aluminum screening.
Update
Last updated 11/06/2026
Referring / Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Client Services, 67724912
Testing Laboratory
Innoquest Diagnostics Pte Ltd
67 Ubi Ave 1, Starhub Green, North Wing
#07-01 to 07, 09 &10
Singapore 408942