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General
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Clinical Use:
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Cobalt is used in industry especially for the manufacture of durable high melting point alloys. In the case of metal on metal implants, wearing of the metal surfaces creates cobalt nano and microparticles with both local and sytemic effects.
Testing is for hip replacement patients only. |
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Availability:
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Samples are batched and tested once a week. |
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Code:
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CO |
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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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<119 nmol/L
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Trace Element EDTA (NAVY), |
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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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Testing is for hip replacement patients only.
Non-medicare rebateable item. All patients except Public, VA and Pensioners must pay $31.25 upfront. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Do not centrifuge sample. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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500uL |
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Stability:
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1 week chilled |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send 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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| Special Chemistry |
Biochemistry |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4114 |
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Last Updated : 24-02-2022 06:34 |