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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 once a week. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| PK, |
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Code:
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PK |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
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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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EDTA (LAV9), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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9mL |
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Collection Instructions:
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Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Lithium Heparin, No Gel (DKGNLITH) |
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Processing Instructions:
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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2mL |
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Stability:
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample chilled.
Forward FBC results with sample.
Requests should be reviewed by Duty Haematologist prior to transport. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Contact Phone
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Laboratory |
Westmead Children's Hospital |
(02) 9845 0000 |
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Last Updated : 19-12-2025 11:33 |