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Laboratory Code
LAB5119
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Container/Tube: Lavender Top (EDTA)
Volume: 3mL
Minimum Volume: 1.5mL
Collection Instructions: Send whole blood specimen to laboratory immediately.
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Whole Blood |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 4 hours (preferred) |
| Refrigerate | 8 hours |
| Frozen | Not Available |
Methodology
Microscopy
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Sunday, TAT 5 days
Specimen Condition
| Haemolysis | Not Applicable |
|---|---|
| Icterus | Not Applicable |
| Lipaemia | Not Applicable |
| Others | Clotted or insufficient reject |
Reference Interval
Clinical interpretive report will be provided.
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Haematology, 67725354
Service Code
12011
LOINC Code Information
18314-5
Alias
Blood Film
Morphologic Review
Update
Last updated 20/03/2025