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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.
Reference Interval
Negative
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Sunday, office hours
Methodology
Heat Stability Test
Service Code
12314
Update
Last updated 25/02/2016
Unacceptable Condition
| Haemolysis | Reject |
|---|---|
| Icterus | NA |
| Lipaemic | NA |
| Others | NA |
Specimen Stability
**Preferred temperatures for storage prior to and during shipping to NUH**
| Specimen Type | Whole Blood |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 8 hours |
| Refrigerate | 24 hours |
| Frozen | NA |
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Haematology, 67725354
Useful For
Detection of unstable haemoglobin in unexplained haemolytic anaemia.
Request should preferably be discussed with Haematologist