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General
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Clinical Use:
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Availability:
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Samples are batched and tested twice a week. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| EPO, |
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Code:
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EPO |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send separated sample frozen on dry ice. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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Refer to report or laboratory
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Serum Sep. Tube-SST (GOLD), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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1mL |
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Collection Instructions:
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Non-medicare rebateable item. All patients except Public, VA and Pensioners must pay $30.25 upfront. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Lithium Heparin-PST (GREEN) |
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Processing Instructions:
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Centrifuge, separate and freeze sample. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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100uL |
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Stability:
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5 days chilled; 2 months frozen |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send separated sample frozen on dry ice. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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| Special Chemistry |
Biochemistry |
Fiona Stanley Hospital |
6152 2830 |
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Last Updated : 29-07-2025 11:58 |