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Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB94 |
| NBS code | LBC00582 |
| Service code | 31271 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit the following:
| Container: |
| Yellow 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 | 10 hours |
| Refrigerate | 7 days |
| Frozen | 1 year |
Specimen Condition
| Haemolysis | Alert/Reject |
|---|---|
| Icterus | OK |
| Lipaemia | Alert/Reject |
| Others | Not applicable |
Methodology
Colorimetry
Days and Times Performed
24 hrs, TAT 1 day
Reference Interval
| Age | Male (µmol /L) | Female (µmol /L) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – < 14 yrs | 2.9 – 22.9 | |
| 14 – < 19 yrs | 5.5 – 30.1 | 3.6 – 29.0 |
| ≥ 19 yrs | 11.6 – 31.3 | 9.0 – 30.4 |
Note:
Iron may be falsely increased in haemolysed samples.
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Useful For
Evaluation of red cell production and destruction, iron metabolism or iron transport.
Update
Last updated 26/07/2026
LOINC Code Information
14798-3