Turnaround times
The quoted turnaround time is from sample receipt in the laboratory, to results authorisation in the Laboratory Information Management system. The times do not include transport of specimen to the laboratory or the administrative process to print and post/email reports. Service users must allow for transport and reporting time when ordering tests.
Clinical background:
To confirm diuretic usage in persons known or suspected to have used diuretics.
Specimen container paediatric:
Plain universal container (random urine sample)
Specimen container adult:
Plain universal container (random urine sample)
Minimum volume paediatric:
10 mL
Minimum volume adult:
10 mL
Special requirements:
Store sample at 4°C
Transport requirements:
Post at ambient temperature
Interpretation:
Provided on report
Important:
We are unable to release results to patients, patients should contact their healthcare provider for laboratory test results.
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