Test Entry - Detail
Silver


General
  Clinical Use: Used to monitor patients under treatment with silver containing creams used for burns or occupational exposure (jewellery).
  Availability: Weekly
 
  Code: SLV
  Handling Instructions (to laboratory): Send sample chilled.
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  Reference Interval:
Refer to report or laboratory


Collection Requirements
  Container: Trace Element EDTA (NAVY),  
  Sample Type: See container
  Minimum Collection Volume: 1mL
  Collection Instructions:


Processing Requirements
  Alternate Containers:
  Processing Instructions: Do not centrifuge sample.
  Minimum Assay Volume:
  Stability: 7 days
  Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory): Send sample chilled.
Requests should be reviewed by Duty Biochemist prior to transport.


Testing Locations
  Performed at:
Section Department Site Contact Phone
- Laboratory Royal North Shore Hospital (02) 9926 7111


Last Updated : 23-11-2023 15:04