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Free Haemoglobin (Plasma)
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General
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Clinical Use:
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Plasma Free Haemoglobins are used in haemolysis screening. They are raised when the mechanisms for the sequestration of free haemoglobin in plasma are exhausted. Extravascular haemolysis (as in immune haemolysis)does not contribute to plasma haemoglobin levels. |
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Availability:
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Samples are tested routinely during the testing laboratory's hours of operation. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| Plasma Free Haemoglobin, |
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Code:
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PFH |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample ambient immediately following collection.
Samples MUST NOT be sent through the PTS. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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<100
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Lithium Heparin, No Gel (DKGNLITH), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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2mL |
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Collection Instructions:
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Dedicated sample required. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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EDTA (LAVENDER) |
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Processing Instructions:
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Centrifuge and separate sample.
The testing department should be contacted to arrange collection of sample from CSRA.
QEII - If received after hours please refer sample to Biochemistry. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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1mL |
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Stability:
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2 days chilled (Separated) |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send separated sample chilled. |
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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| Core |
Biochemistry |
Fiona Stanley Hospital |
6152 8140 |
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Biochemistry |
Royal Perth Hospital |
9224 1176 |
| Special Chemistry |
Biochemistry |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4114 |
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Last Updated : 15-09-2023 08:18 |