TEST PROCEDURE
TEST REQUIREMENTS
MEDICAL CENTRE MUST:
ACTH
(Adenocorticotrophic Hormone)
1. Prechilled EDTA sample tube
2. Sample transported inICE
Blood Culture
Must be performed underASEPTICtechnique
Must have:
GXM(Group & Crossmatch)
1. Pre-admitted patient (MRO number must be present)
1. Ensure patient pre-admission is done first
Homocysteine
1. EDTA tube transported inICE
1. Have ice available in the clinic
2. Send sample to the lab
IMMEDIATELY
iPTH(Parathyroid Hormone)
1. Plain tube transported inICE
TB Spot
1. Lithium Heparin tube (3x)
2. Special transport arrangement
Note: Test Schedule:
Monday- Thursday (except on eve of Public Holidays)
Specimen must reach the lab between 8 am to 11 am
1. Meet all special requirements (items 1-2)
Note: Due to specific timing requirements, collection of GTT samples by phlebotomist will only be available at the outpatient lab.