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:
For research study ONLY
Specimen container adult:
Serum (SST or plain tube)
Minimum volume adult:
0.5 mL
Sample stability :
Unseparated sample:
unknown
Separated sample:
11 days at 15 to 25°C,
2 months at 2 to 8°C,
3 years at -20°C
Other info:
Lithium heparin plasma also acceptable
Important:
We are unable to release results to patients, patients should contact their healthcare provider for laboratory test results.
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