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Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB703 |
| NBS code | LBC03971 |
| Service code | 31934 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit the following:
| Container: |
| Red Top |
Processing Requirements
Allow specimen to clot for 30 mins and centrifuge within 2 hours
Specimen type: Serum
Volume: 0.5mL
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 8 days |
| Refrigerate | 2 weeks |
| Frozen | 3 months |
Specimen Condition
| Gross Haemolysis | Alert/Reject |
|---|---|
| Icterus | OK |
| Gross Lipaemia | Alert/Reject |
| Others | Not applicable |
Methodology
Immunoturbidimetry
Days and Times Performed
24 hrs, TAT 1 day
Reference Interval
0.20 – 0.60 g/L
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Useful For
Assessment of copper metabolism disorders e.g. Wilson’s disease and Menke’s disease.
Update
Last updated 16/07/2026
LOINC Code Information
2064-4