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General
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Clinical Use:
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Used to monitor excretion of potassium over 24 hours in patients with low 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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Code:
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K24 |
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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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13y to <120y: 25 - 100 mmol/day
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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UR24-No Pres (UR24NP), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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Collection Instructions:
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Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Refer to local manual for processing requirements. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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150uL |
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Stability:
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7 days 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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Laboratory |
Armadale Health Service |
9391 2030 |
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Biochemistry |
Fiona Stanley Hospital |
6152 8140 |
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Biochemistry |
Fremantle Hospital |
9431 2382 |
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Biochemistry |
King Edward Memorial Hospital |
6458 2753 |
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Biochemistry |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4093 |
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Biochemistry |
Royal Perth Hospital |
9224 1176 |
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Last Updated : 20-08-2024 08:34 |