General Screens Click here to see the different general screens that we offer.
Profiles This page covers profiles for antenatal screens, cancer markers, hepatitis and many more.
Individual Test Index - Kindly click the relevant alphabet below to view our list of individual tests.
| A | B | C | D | E |
| F | G | H | I | J |
| K | L | M | N | O |
| P | Q | R | S | T |
| U | V | W | X | Y |
| Z |
Note: Referred tests are marked with an asterisk (*) throughout this section. Kindly call Client Services to obtain the latest information on their availability, specimen requirements, pricing and testing schedule.
"A" test index
Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| Abscess Swab Micro & culture includes gram stain and culture for Aerobic & Anaerobic organisms |
Swab collected into gel transport medium |
| Acetylcholinesterase Receptor Ab* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Acetylsalicylic Acid (aspirin)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Activated Protein C Resistance Factor V Leiden |
2 x 4 mL SODIUM CITRATE (blue). Double spin, separate plasma and freeze |
| Adrenocorticotrophic Hormone (A.C.T.H) | 2 x 4 mL EDTA (purple) |
| Adenovirus antibodies* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| A.F.B ZN stain & culture for TB (price is for each specimen) Zn stain only Mycobacterium culture identification Mycobacterium sensitivity (first line drugs) Streptomycin Ethamtutol Rifampicin Isoniazid |
collect fresh sputum or early morning urine, on three (3) consecutive days, OR pleural fluid, CSF, swabs, etc. As above Performed from culture Performed from culture |
| AFP (Alpha Feto Protein) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| AIDS (HIV) Confirmation HIV I/II Antibodies WESTERN BLOT METHOD |
Fresh sample, single request. 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| AIDS Screen (HIV I/II Ag/Ab) |
10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Albumin Serum |
10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Alcohol Blood |
4 mL FLUORIDE OXALATE (grey) |
| Aldosterone* Serum |
10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| ALP (Alkaline Phosphatase) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Alkaline Phosphatase Isoenzymes* (Fractionation) |
10 mL GEL (yellow), separate serum and freeze |
| Alkaline Phosphatase Stain | 4 mL EDTA (purple) / Bone |
| Allergy Testing (RAST) Single Allergen* Total IgE |
10 mL GEL (yellow) 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Mixed Allergens* Example: |
For more information regarding the availability of other mixes, please call customer service. The availability of allergen will depend on the current availability of reagent |
| Dust / Mite mix consisting of:* House Dust (Greer), Derm. Pteronyssinus, Derm. Farinae and Cockroach |
10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Mould Mix consisting of:* Penicillium notatum, Cladosporum herbarum, Aspergillus fumigatus and Alternaria tenuis |
10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Animal Mix consisting of:* Cat dander, Horse dander, dog dander and Derm. Pteronyssinus |
10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Staple Food Mix consisting of:* Egg White, Milk, Rice, Wheat, Peanut and Soya Bean |
10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Seafood Mix consisting of:* Cod Fish, Shrimp, Blue Mussel, Tuna and Salmon |
10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Nut Mix consisting of:* Peanut, Hazel Nut, Brazil Nut, Almond and Coconut |
10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Cereal Mix consisting of:* Wheat, Rice, Sesame seed, Buckwheat and Soybean |
10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Alpha-1-Antitrypsin | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| ALT (Alanine Aminotransferase) (SGPT) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Aluminium* | 10ml K2EDTA Royal Blue Cap, separate plasma into special 5 mL tube (refer to Specimen Reception) |
| Amino Acid Chromatography* Plasma Urine |
10 mL GEL (yellow), separate plasma and freeze 50 mL Random urine, freeze aliquots |
| Aminophylline (Theophylline) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Amiodarone (Cordarone X)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Amitryptyline (Tryptanol)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Amphetamines (Drug Screen) | 50 mL Random Urine |
| Amphetamines confirmation* | 50 mL Random Urine |
| Amylase Serum Urine |
10 mL GEL (yellow) 24 hr urine collection with no additive |
| ANCA Anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic Ab |
5-10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Androstenedione* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| ANF (Anti Nuclear Factor) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Angiotensin Converting Enzyme* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Antibody Identification | 10 mL Plain (red)+ 4ml EDTA (purple) |
| Antibody Screen, Group & Rh (D) | 10 mL Plain (red)+ 4ml EDTA (purple) |
| Antibody Screen only | 10 mL Plain (red)+ 4ml EDTA (purple) |
| Anti-Diuretic Hormone (ADH)* | 2 x 4ml ETDA (purple) |
| Anti-Thrombin III | 2 x 4 mL SODIUM CITRATE (blue). Double spin, separate plasma and freeze |
| Apolipoprotein A | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Apolipoprotein B | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| A.P.T.T. / P.T.T.K. Heparin monitoring |
4 mL SODIUM CITRATE (blue). |
| Arsenic* Blood Urine |
10 mL K2EDTA Royal Blue Cap, 24 hr urine collection in acid washed bottle or random urine. |
| Ascitic Fluid Chemistry |
Fluid collected aseptically into sterile container |
| Aspirate Micro & culture includes cell count, gram stain and culture for aerobic and anaerobic organisms |
Fluid collected aseptically into sterile container |
| ASOT (anti streptolysin titre) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Aspergillus antibody* Serology / precipitins |
10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| AST (Aspartate Amino Transferase) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Aspirin (salicylate)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Aventyl (Nortriptyline)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow).Sample time: pre-dose |
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"B" test index
Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| Bacterial antigens Streptococcus B Haemophilus influenzae B Streptococcus pneumoniae N. Meningitidis (A, C, Y, W135) N. Meningitidis (B1) / E.coli (K1) |
CSF or urine Sample collected aseptically into sterile container |
| Barbiturates (Drug Screen) | 50 mL Random Urine |
| Basement Membrane Antibody* Pemphigoid Antibody |
5-10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Bence-Jones Protein* Urine electrophoresis |
50 mL Random Urine |
| Benzodiazepine Serum Urine |
10 mL GEL (yellow) 50 mL Random Urine |
| Beta-2 Microglobulin | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Beta HCG (B-HCG) Qualitative (urine) Qualitative (serum) Quantitative (serum) |
50 mL early morning urine 10 mL GEL (yellow) 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Bile pigments | 50 mL Random Urine |
| Bilirubin Adult (Total) Direct (Conjugated) Paediatric / Neonatal (Total & / or direct) Urine |
10 mL GEL (yellow), (included in LFT) 10 mL GEL (yellow) Microtainer - Heel prick (wrap in foil) 50 mL Random Urine |
| Blood bank charge per unit of whole blood or packed cells | |
| Blood component - FFP | |
| Blood component - Platelets | |
| Blood Culture Aerobic & / or anaerobic |
5-10 mL BLOOD, Inoculated aseptically into each of two bottles |
| Blood Film | 4mL EDTA (purple) |
| Blood Group | 4mL EDTA (purple) |
| Blood Group & Antibodies | 4mL EDTA (purple) + 10ml PLAIN (red) |
| Blood Group & Hold serum for possible XM (KIV) | 4mL EDTA (purple) + 10mL PLAIN (red) |
| BNP (B Type Natriuretic Peptide) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Bone Marrow Processing includes MGG, Iron, H&E | aspiration and / or trephine |
| Bone Marrow Examination | aspirate |
| Bone Marrow Examination | trephine biospy |
| Bromide* | 10ml LITHIUM HEPARIN (green) |
| Brucella Antibodies | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| BUSE (ECU) electrolytes, creatinine, urea |
10 mL GEL (yellow) |
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"C" test index
Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| C1 / Esterase Inhibitor* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| C3 (Complement 3) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| C4 (Complement 4) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Ca 125 | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Ca 15.3 | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Ca 19.9 | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Cadmium (Cd)* Blood Urine |
K2EDTA Royal Blue Cap 24 hr urine collection in acid washed bottle or spot urine |
| Caeruloplasmin (Copper Oxide)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Caffeine* | 5-10 mL LITHIUM HEPARIN (green) |
| Calciferol (Vitamin D)* in-house test | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Calcitonin* | 2 x 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Calcium (Ca++) Serum Urine |
10 mL GEL (yellow). Collect without use of tourniquet 24 hr urine collection aliquot must be acidified before analysis |
| Calculi (kidney stone)* | |
| Cannabinoid (Urine) | Random urine sample |
| Carbamezapine (Tegretol) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time :Pre-Dose. State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection |
| CEA (Carcinogenic Embryonic Antigen) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Carcinoid Syndrome (5 HIAA)* | 24hr urine collection over 10 mL HCl |
| Cardiolipin Antibody (IgG, IgM) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| CD4, CD8 cells (for monitoring HIV patients)* | 4ml EDTA (purple) sent to PPUM (BY APPT. ONLY) |
| Chicken Pox (Varicella / Herpes Zoster) IgG IgM |
10 mL GEL (yellow) 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Chlamydia Antibodies IgG IgM |
10 mL GEL (yellow) 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Chlamydia + Gonococcal PCR Detection of Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae. |
Either 1st void urine or DRY swab (urethral or cervical swab or eye swab) |
| Chloride Serum Urine |
10 mL GEL (yellow) 24 hr urine collection with no additive |
| Cholesterol (Total) | 10ml GEL (yellow). Patient should fast for 10 -12 hours |
| Cholinesterase* Red Cell Serum |
10 mL LITHIUM HEPARIN (green) 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Chromium (Cr)* Red Cell Urine |
10 mL K2EDTA royal blue. 24 hr urine collection into acid washed bottle or spot urine. |
| Chromosome Analysis*-(sent to Australia) | Amniotic fluid in sterile container or 10 mL LITHIUM HEPARIN for blood chromosome, collected as close as possible to Wednesday morning. Please phone lab to arrange. Keep at room temperature. |
| Citrate* (Urine) | 24 hr urine collection without additive. |
| CK (creatine kinase, CPK) Total |
10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| CK-MB Isoenzymes (fractionation) |
10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Clobazam (Frisium)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Clonazepam (Rivotril)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Clostridium difficile (toxin)* | Faecal specimen |
| CMV (Cytomegalovirus) Antibody IgG IgM |
10 mL GEL (yellow), May need convalescent specimen 10 mL GEL (yellow), May need convalescent specimen |
| Cocaine (Drug Screen) | 50 mL Random Urine |
| Codeine* | 50 mL Random Urine |
| Cold Agglutinins | 4 mL EDTA (purple) + 10 mL PLAIN (red) Must be kept warm. Do not refrigerate. |
| Coombs Test (Antiglobulin test) Direct Antiglobulin Indirect (Abs) |
4mL EDTA (purple) 10 mL PLAIN (red) |
| Copper (Cu)* Red Cell / Plasma Urine |
10 mL K2EDTA Royal Blue Cap 24 hr urine collection into acid washed bottle. |
| Cortisol Serum Urine |
10 mL GEL (yellow) 24 hr urine collection |
| C-Peptide(C Terminal of insulin) | 10 mL GEL (yellow), separate serum and freeze. Please have patient attend centre for collection. |
| Creatinine Serum Urine |
10 mL GEL (yellow) 24 hr urine collection (no preservative) |
| Creatinine clearance | 10 mL GEL (yellow) 24 hr urine collection (no preservative) |
| Crossmatch Procedure (includes first unit) Blood Ab screen for donor / patient |
By Agreement Only 10 mL PLAIN (red)+4mL EDTA (purple) |
| Crossmatch | Each subsequent unit |
| CRP(C-Reactive protein - high sensitive CRP) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Cryptococcal Antigen (Cryptococcal neoformans) |
10 mL GEL (yellow) or CSF |
| Cryptosporidium Stain | Fresh faecal specimen |
| CSF Chemistry (protein + glucose) Micro & Chemistry (protein + glucose) Micro & Chemistry including cell count, gramstain, india ink stain and culture |
Specimen collected aseptically into sterile container Specimen collected aseptically into sterile container Specimen collected aseptically into sterile container |
| Cyclic citrullinated peptide antibodies (anti-CCP) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Cyclosporin | 4 mL EDTA (purple). State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| Cystine* | 50 mL Random Urine. Refrigerate. |
| Cytology | |
| PAP Smearo | Please use spatula with cytobrush, label & fix slide. |
| SurePath Pap test | Please use SurePath collection kit |
| Hormone - Vaginal wall scrape | Please provide clinical history. |
| Aspirate, CSF, Fluid, Sputum, Urine. | Please provide clinical history and collection site. |
| Breast, Prostatic secretions | |
| Buccal smear - nuclear sexing | |
| Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy | If collection required phone laboratory for appointment. |
| HPV test by PCR | Either SurePath or ThinPrep vial |
| SurePath plus HPV by PCR | SurePath collection kit |
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"D" test index
Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| DAA Dengue Ag & Ab FBE Dengue NS1 Dengue IgG & IgM |
4ml EDTA ( purple). 10ml GEL (yellow). |
| D-Dimer (FDP) | 4 mL SODIUM CITRATE (blue) |
| DDT / Dieldrin, etc* (Organochlorine Pesticides) |
10 mL LITHIUM HEPARIN (green). Please provide work / clinical details |
| Dengue Fever (Antibodies) IgG & IgM Antibodies Dengue Fever Antigen (NS1) – Rapid Test Dengue Fever antigen (N2$) NS1 Ag FBE |
10 mL GEL (yellow). 10 mL GEL (yellow). 10ml GEL ( yellow). 4 ml EDTA ( purple). |
| DPD (Deoxypyridinoline - D) Part of osteoporosis screen |
50 mL first am urine sample, freeze aliquot |
| Desipramine (Pertofran)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| DHEAS (Dehydroepiondosterone Sulphate) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Diabetes Insipidus Screen Urine electrolytes Urine osmolality Serum electrolytes Serum osmolality |
Fast 12 hours. Collect spot urine for osmolality Na+, K+. 10 mL GEL (yellow) 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Diazepam (Valium)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| DIC Screen (Disseminated Intravascular Coagultn) Includes COP, Fibrinogen and D-Dimer |
4 mL CITRATE (blue) |
| Digoxin (Lanoxin) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time: > 6 hrs post dose. State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| Dilantin (Phenytoin) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time: Pre-Dose. State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| Diptheria Serology* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Direct Antiglobulin Test (Coombs) | 2.5 / 4 mL EDTA (purple), include drug history if known. |
| Disopyramide (Rhythmodan)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time: Pre-Dose |
| ds DNA antibody | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| DNase B (ASOT) Antibodies* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Doxepin (Sinequan)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| Down Syndrome Screen | refer to Triple Test OR Double Test in Profiles section |
| Drug of Abuse (Screen) | |
| Alcohol | 50 mL Random Urine. |
| Amphetamines | 50 mL Random Urine. |
| Barbiturates (Drug Screen) | 50 mL Random Urine. |
| Benzodiazepines Serum Urine |
10 mL GEL (yellow) 50 mL Random Urine. |
| Cocaine (Drug Screen) | 50 mL Random Urine. |
| Codeine* | 50 mL Random Urine. |
| Cannabinoids | 50 mL Random Urine. |
| Opiates | 50 mL Random Urine. |
| Opiates & Cannabinoids | 50 mL Random Urine. |
| Propoxyphene | 50 mL Random Urine. |
| Urine Drug Confirmation (GCMS)* | 50 mL Random Urine. |
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"E" test index
Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| E2 (Oestradiol / Estradiol) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Ear swab Micro & culture |
Swab collected onto gel transport medium. |
| EBV (Epstein Bar Virus) Antibodies IgG VCA only (requested for suspect infectious mononucleosis) |
10 mL GEL (yellow), May need convalescent specimen |
| EBV (Epstein Bar Virus) Antibodies IgM VCA only (requested for suspect infectious mononucleosis) |
10 mL GEL (yellow), May need convalescent specimen |
| EBV VCA IgA (NPC Screen) (requested when suspect nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC)) |
10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| EBV EA IgA (NPC Marker) (requested when suspected nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC)) |
10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| E.N.A (Extractable Nuclear Antigen) Includes antibody to RNP, Sm, Ro (SSA), La (SSB), Scl 70 |
10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Entamoeba histolytica Antibody* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Endomysial Antibody* (Coeliac Screen) |
10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Environmental (settle plate / swab) Culture | |
| Eosinophil Smear | |
| Epilim (Valproate) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time: Pre-Dose. State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| Erythropoietin* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate) | 4mL EDTA (purple) |
| Esterase Inhibitor* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Estradiol (Oestradiol / E2) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Ethanol (EtOH) (Alcohol) - Blood | 4 mL FLUORIDE OXALATE (grey) |
| Ethosuximide (Zarontin)* |
10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time: Pre-Dose. State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| Eye swab Micro & culture |
Swab collected onto gel transport medium |
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"F" test index
Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| Factor Assays (Coagulation) | |
| VIII (Factor 8) | 2 x 4 mL Sodium Citrate (blue). Double spin. Separate plasma and freeze. |
| IX (Christmas Factor) | 2 x 4 mL Sodium Citrate (blue) Double spin. |
| Von Willebrands Factor (vWF)* | 2 x 4 mL Sodium Citrate (blue) Double spin. |
| Factor V Leiden | 2 x 4 mL Sodium Citrate (blue) Double spin. |
| Faecal Occult Blood - Immunological method by anti human Hb antibody |
3 consecutive days, random stool specimens |
| Faecal Occult Blood - Chemical test only | 3 consecutive days, random stool specimens |
| Faecal Viral Studies Rotavirus antigen |
Random stool specimens. Must be fresh |
| Faeces Concentration Microscopy and examination for ova, cysts and parasites. |
Random stool specimens. Must be fresh |
| Faeces Direct Microscopy Direct microscopy for ova, cysts and parasites |
Random stool specimens. Must be fresh |
| Faeces Culture Micro & culture includes wet film and culture for salmonella, shigella and campylobacter |
Random stool specimens. Must be fresh |
| Faeces examination for cryptosporidium | Random stool specimens. Must be fresh |
| FDP (Fibrin Degradation Products, D-dimer) | 4 mL Sodium Citrate (blue) |
| FEME | |
| Urine | 10 mL mid-stream urine |
| Faeces | Random stool specimens. Must be fresh |
| Ascitic and Other Fluids | Fluid collected aseptically |
| Joint Fluid (including crystals) | Fluid collected aseptically |
| Skin, nail etc.for fungi | Skin, Hair, Nail clippings |
| Ferritin | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Fibrinogen | 4 mL Sodium Citrate (blue) |
| Flunitrazepam (Rohypnol)* | 50 mL Random Urine. |
| Flurazepam* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Fluroxatine (Prozac)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Fetal Haemoglobin Kleihauer Test |
4 mL EDTA (purple). Blood taken from mother. |
| Folate (Folic Acid) Serum Red Cell |
10 mL GEL (yellow). 4ml EDTA (purple) |
| Food Handlers Screen Salmonella, Shigella and Vibrio Cholera |
Fresh Faeces sample |
| Free Cortisol (Urine) | 24 hr urine collection no preservative |
| FT3 (Free Tri-Iodo Thyronine) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| FT4 (Free Thyroxine) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Fresh Frozen Plasma Preparation | |
| Fructosamine* | 10 mL GEL (yellow), provide clinical notes |
| FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Fungal Examination Skin Scrapings - micro & culture |
Skin, Hair, Nail clippings. |
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"G" test index
Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| G6PD (Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase) | 4mL EDTA (purple) or Filter Paper |
| Galatosemia Screen (for neonates)* Guthrie-Phenylalanine for PKU |
Use Guthrie card - available from lab. Instructions for collection are on the card. |
| Gamma Globulins Immunoglobulins A, G & M |
10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Gastric Parietal Cell Antibody* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Gastrin* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Fasting required. |
| Genital Swab Gram Stain and / or wet film for Trichomonas |
Swab collected onto gel transport medium |
| Genital Swab Micro & culture includes wet film, gram stain and culture for aerobic and anaerobic organisms including GC. |
Swab collected onto gel transport medium. Do not refrigerate. |
| Gentamicin levels Pre dose (trough) Post dose (peak) Single specimen |
10 mL GEL (yellow). Pre-Dose. Note time taken. 10 mL GEL (yellow). Post-Dose. To be taken: - 30 minute after bolus I.V. injection, 15 minutes after completion of I.V. infusion, 60 minutes after I.M. injection. State frequency and dose - 8, 12 or 24 hourly |
| GGT (Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Glandular Fever (I.M) Screen | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Gliadin Antibodies (IgG / IgA)* Coeliac Disease Screen |
10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Glomerular Basement Membrane Antibodies* | 5-10ml GEL (yellow) |
| Glucose Fasting specimen Random specimen (Note time of collection) 2 hrs post prandial |
4 mL FLUORIDE OXALATE (grey) 4 mL FLUORIDE OXALATE (grey) 4 mL FLUORIDE OXALATE (grey) |
| Glucose Screen (Gestational Diabetes Screen) | Glucose test 1 hr post 50g loading dose of glucose. Patient is not required to fast. Please indicate if any variation in dose eg: 75g. |
| Glucose Tolerance Test (75g load) 2 specimens - Fasting and 2 hour. |
Patient must fast overnight, an appointment is necessary. Please indicate if any variation on standard 2 hour test. |
| Glucose Tolerance Test (Prolonged) 6 specimens - Fasting, 1hr, 2hr, 3hr, 4hr and 5hr |
2 mL FLUORIDE OXALATE (grey) |
| Group and Hold (KIV) Includes - ABO, Rh (D) & Antibodies |
4 mL EDTA (purple) + 10 mL PLAIN (red). Please indicate date / time of operation |
| Growth Hormone | 10 mL GEL (yellow), separate serum and freeze immediately. |
| Gonococcal + Chlamydia PCR Detection of Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae |
Either 1st void urine or DRY swab (urethral or cervical swab or eye swab) |
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"H" test index
Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| Haemoglobin | 4mL EDTA (purple) |
| Hb Analysis - for thalassaemia | 4 ml EDTA (purple) |
| Haemoglobin A1C (HbA1C) Glycosylated Hb |
4mL EDTA (purple) |
| Haemochromatosis Gene Studies (HFE Gene)* | 4 ml EDTA (purple) |
| Hair or Nail Analysis For Trace Metals* (Arsenic and Mercury) |
10 mg Hair or Nail (1/2 MSU jar) |
| Hams Test (sucrose lysis screen) | 8 mL LITHIUM HEPARIN (green) |
| Haptoglobin* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| HCG (Pregnancy Test) Urine Serum (Qualitative) Serum (Quantitative) |
Random urine sample. 10 mL GEL (yellow). 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| HDL Cholesterol | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Heinz Bodies | 4mL EDTA (purple) |
| Helicobacter Antibody (Helicobacter pylori) IgG (Quantitative) |
10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Helicobacter Urea Breath Test (UBT) | Special Collection Kit. Available from Laboratory |
| Helicobacter Stool Antigen Test* | Fresh Faecal Specimen |
| Hepatitis | |
| Hepatitis A IgG Antibody (HAV IgG) IgM Antibody (HAV IgM) |
10 mL GEL (yellow). 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Hepatitis B Serology Hep Bs Antigen (HBsAg) Hep Bs Antibody (HBsAb) Hep Bc Total Antibody Hep Bc IgM Antibody Hep Be Antigen Hep Be Antibody Hep B DNA (quantitative assay by PCR) |
10 mL GEL (yellow). 10 mL GEL (yellow). 10 mL GEL (yellow). 10 mL GEL (yellow). 10 mL GEL (yellow). 10 mL GEL (yellow). 4mL EDTA, separate plasma and freeze immediately |
| Hepatitis C Serology Hep C Antibody |
10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Hepatitis C PCR Qualitative detection of HCV RNA Quantitative detection of HCV RNA HCV Genotype |
4mL EDTA, separate plasma and freeze immediately. 4mL EDTA, separate plasma and freeze immediately 4mL EDTA, separate plasma and freeze immediately |
| Hepatitis D Antibodies* Total Antibody |
10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Hepatitis E Antibodies* Total Antibody |
10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Herpes Simplex Virus (Direct Ag test by PCR) HSV 1 Antigen and/or HSV 2 Antigen differentiation |
Swab collected from lesion - dry swab. |
| Herpes Simplex Serology Type 1 (IgG) Type 2 (IgG) Type 1and 2 IgM |
10 mL GEL (yellow), May need convalescent specimen |
| Herpes Zoster / Varicella Antibodies IgG Antibody IgM Antibody |
10 mL GEL (yellow), May need convalescent specimen |
| 5 H.I.A.A (Hydroxy-Indole-Acetic-Acid)* | 24 hr urine collection with acid (HCl) added |
| Histopathology | |
| Small Specimen Appendex, Endometrial curettings, Fallopian tubes (price is inclusive for both sides) , Gallbladder, Vas deferens (price is inclusive for both sides), Lymph nodes, Skin biopsies, Prostatic Biopsies (Needle or TRUS-Guided), Single Ovary, Single Tonsil, Cervical Punch or colposcopic biopsies, Gastrointestinal or Tract biopsies. NOTE: If there are additional biopsies/specimens from different sites an additional charge will be imposed for each additional specimen. |
Container with 10% buffered formalin are available from the laboratory on request. Specimen must be accompanied with appropriate and relevant clinical data. |
| Medium Specimen Prostatic Chips (TURP) Simple Mastectomy Uterus (without tubes and ovaries) |
Container with 10% buffered formalin are available from the laboratory on request. Specimen must be accompanied with appropriate and relevant clinical data. |
| Large Specimen Cervical Cone biopsies, Large/small intestine, Gastrectomy, Mastectomy including axillary lymph nodes, Uterus with tubes and ovaries |
Container with 10% buffered formalin are available from the laboratory on request. Specimen must be accompanied with appropriate and relevant clinical data. |
| Large Complex Cases CONTACT THE LABORATORY FOR SPECIFIC CHARGES: E.g.
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Container with 10% buffered formalin are available from the laboratory on request. Specimen must be accompanied with appropriate and relevant clinical data. |
| Second Opinion (Prepared slide) | Local opinion and overseas opinion available - Price may vary |
| Immunohistochemistry Tissue tumour Panels/ markers/ | Tissue tumour Panels/ markers/ |
| Lymphoma Panel | Panel |
| Soft tissue tumour Panel | |
| Tumour of unknown origin | |
| Mediastinal tumour | |
| Germ cell tumour Panel | |
| Lung Tumour | |
| Liver Tumour | |
| Breast Panel | |
| Special Stains | Please contact laboratory for further details |
| HIV Confirmation (I/II) Western blot assay |
10 mL GEL (yellow). Provide full patient details. |
| HIV Screen (AIDS) (HIV I/II Ag/Ab) |
10 mL GEL (yellow). Provide full patient details. |
| HIV-1 RNA viral load Quantitative measurement of HIV-1 RNA |
2 x 4mL EDTA, separate plasma and freeze immediately. |
| HLA - B27* | 10mL LITHIUM HEPARIN (green). DO NOT SPIN. Call for appointment first. |
| Homocysteine | 10ml GEL (yellow) or 4ml EDTA (purple). Separate serum ASAP. |
| Human papillomavirus (HPV) by PCR | Either SurePath or ThinPrep vial |
| Hydatid Serology* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Hydroxy-Corticosteroids* | 24 hr urine collection with no additive. |
| 17-Hydroxyprogesterone* | 10 mL GEL (yellow), separate serum and freeze. Must be collected between 8.00 am and 10.00 am. |
| HTLV (1 & 2) Human T-Cell Lymphotropic Virus 1&2 Antibodies |
10ml GEL (yellow) |
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Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| IGF1 (Insulin like Growth Factor 1) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| IM (Infectious Mononucleosis) Paul Bunnell, Monospot |
10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Imipramine (Tofranil)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Immunoglobulins (individual) IgA IgE (total IgE) IgG IgM |
10 mL GEL (yellow). 10 mL GEL (yellow). 10 mL GEL (yellow). 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Immunoglobulins IgG, IgM and IgA |
10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Influenza A & B antibody* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Influenza A viral Ag rapid | Request for Special Collection Kit |
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Influenza AB PCR Flue A (including H1N1 & H3N2 |
Request for Special Collection Kit |
| INR (International Normalised Ratio) on warfarin therapy |
4mL Sodium Citrate (blue) |
| Insulin level | 10ml GEL (yellow). Specify fasting or random (fasting is preferred - together with glucose). Separate serum and freeze |
| Intercellular Antibody (Pemphigus)* | 5-10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Intrinsic Factor Antibody* | 5-10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Intra-uterine device (IUD) Micro & culture |
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| IPTH (Intact Parathyroid Hormone ) | 4 mL EDTA (purple) tube. Separate plasma and cells ASAP. |
| Iron (Fe) Serum |
10 mL GEL (yellow). Morning specimen preferred. |
| Isoenzymes* Alkaline phosphatase |
10 mL GEL (yellow), separate serum & freeze. |
| IV Catheter (intravenous catheter) Micro & culture |
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Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| Joint Fluid Chemistry (protein + glucose) Microscopy includes cell count, crystals and gram stain microscopy includes cell count, crystals, culture. |
Fluid collected aseptically into sterile container. Fluid collected aseptically into sterile container. Fluid collected aseptically into sterile container. |
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Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| Ketones (Acetones) | 20 mL Random Urine. |
| 17-Ketosteroids* | 24hr urine collection with no additive. |
| Kleihauer Tests (For Fetal Cells) | 4mL EDTA (purple). Maternal Blood. |
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Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| Largactil (Chlorpromazine)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| LDH (Lactate Dehydrogenase) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Lead (Pb)* Red Cell Urine |
4mL K2EDTA Royal blue cap 24 hr urine collection in acid washed bottle or spot urine |
| Legionella Antibodies* Total Ab |
10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Leptospirosis IgM |
10 mL GEL (yellow), May need convalescent specimen |
| LH (Luteinizing Hormone) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Librium (Chlordiazeposide)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| Lipase | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Lipoprotein Electrophoresis* Alpha Pre Beta Beta |
10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Lithium* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time: Pre-Dose. State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| Lupus Anticoagulant Factor APTT, KCT & dRVVT |
2 x 4ml SODIUM CITRATE (blue). Double spin, separate plasma & freeze |
| Lupus Screen (ANF) Anti-nuclear factor |
10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Lyme Disease* IgG and IgM |
10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Lymphocyte Surface Markers (LSM)* | 4 mL EDTA (purple). Performed by PPUM. (BY APPT. ONLY) |
| LKM Autoantibodies (Liver, Kidney, Muscle)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Lp (a) (Lipoprotein a) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
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"M" test index
Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| Magnesium (Mg) Serum Red Cell* Urine |
10 mL GEL (yellow). Do not use tourniquet. 10 mL K2EDTA Royal blue. Do not use tourniquet. 24 hr urine collection with no additive. |
| Malarial Parasites | 4 mL EDTA (purple) |
| Malaria Antigen Plasmodium falciparum & vivax |
4 mL EDTA (purple) |
| Malaria Antibodies* IgG IgM |
10 mL GEL (yellow). 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Manganese* | 10 mL LITHIUM HEPARIN (green). |
| Measles Serology IgG antibody IgM antibody |
10 mL GEL (yellow), May need convalescent specimen 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Mellerial (Thioridizine)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Mercury (Hg)* Red Cell Urine |
K2EDTA Royal blue cap 24 hr urine collection in acid washed bottle or spot urine |
| Metanephrine* Urine |
24 hr urine collection, collected onto 10 mL HCl |
| Methadone* | 10ml GEL (yellow) or 10 ml LITHIUM HEPARIN (green) (Lithium heparin tube preferred) |
| Methylphenobarbitone (Prominal)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time: Pre-Dose. State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| Metoprolol (Betaloc, Lopresor)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time: Pre-Dose. State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| Mexiletine (Mexitil)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time: Pre-Dose. |
| Microalbumin (Albumin / Creatinine Ratio) or Albumin excretion rate on a timed sample. |
First void morning sample. 24 hr urine (no preservative) or timed urine collection - 8 or 24 hr collection. Period must be clearly stated on the request form. |
| Microfilaria screen (blood film) | 4mL EDTA (purple) |
| Microfilaria Antibodies* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Microglobulin - (Beta 2) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Microsomal Antibodies | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Mitochondrial Antibodies | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Mogadon (Nitrazepam)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). State time/date of last dose & time/date of collection. |
| Monospot (I.M. / Paul Bunnell) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Mouth Swab Micro & culture |
Swab collected onto gel transport medium. |
| Mumps Serology* IgG antibody IgM antibody |
10 mL GEL (yellow), May need convalescent specimen 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Mycoplasma Pneumonia Serology | 10 mL GEL (yellow), May need convalescent specimen |
| Myoglobin* | Spot urine, only performed if blood detected in urine. |
| Mycobacterium tuberculosis IgG Detection of antibody to TB infection |
10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Mycobacterium tuberculosis rapid PCR test | Sputum, washing, fluids |
| Mysoline (Primidone)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time: Pre-Dose. State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
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Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| Neonatal Bilirubin (NBI) | Mini-plain tube or capillary tube collection |
| Neutrophil Cytoplasmic Antibody (ANCA) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Nickel (Ni)* | 50ml Random urine |
| Nitrazepam (Mogadon)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). State time/date of last dose & time/date of collection. |
| Nortriptyline (Allergron)* | 10ml LITHIUM HEPARIN (green). Sample Time: Pre-Dose. State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| Nose Swab (Nasal) Culture & Sensitivity |
Swab collected into gel transport medium. |
| NPC (EBV IgG VCA) | 10ml GEL (yellow) |
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Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| Occult Blood - chemical test only | Fresh Faeces sample - collection on 3 consecutive days recommended |
| Occult Blood - immunological assay | As above |
| Oestradiol (E2) Estradiol / Estrogen |
10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Oligoclonal Bands* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) + CSF. |
| Opiates | 50ml Random Urine |
| Organochlorine Pesticides (DDT, Dieldrin)* | 10 mL LITHIUM HEPARIN (green). Please provide exposure details. |
| Organic Acids* | 50 mL Random Urine. |
| Osmolality Serum Urine |
10 mL GEL (yellow). 50ml Random Urine |
| Oxalate* | 24 hr urine collection into a bottle containing 50ml of 2.4 M HCl |
| Oxazepam (Serepax)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
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Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| PCV (Packed Cell Volume) (Haematocrit) | 4 mL EDTA (purple) or capillary tubes. |
| Pancreatic (Islet Cell) Antibodies* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Pancreatic Enzymes Serum amylase Urine amylase Lipase |
10 mL GEL (yellow). 24 hr plain urine collection 10ml GEL (yellow) |
| PAP Smear | Please use spatula with cytobrush, label and fix slide |
| Thin Prep Pap Test | Please use cervical broom and vial |
| Paracetamol (panadol)* | 10 mL LITHIUM HEPARIN (green). |
| Parainfluenzae Antibodies* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| (Intact) Parathyroid Hormone (IPTH) | 4 ml EDTA (purple) |
| Parvovirus B19 Serology* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| PAS Stain | Bone Marrow Aspirate |
| Paul Bunnell (I.M./ Monospot) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Parotid Antibody (Mumps)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Paternity Testing (non legal cases)* | Price on application. Varies with complexity. |
| Pemphigus & Pemphigoid (Skin Auto-Antibodies)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Penicillin Allergy Assay G or V* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Perhexiline (Pexid)* | 10ml LITHIUM HEPARIN (green) or 4ml EDTA (purple). Whole blood. Collect 4 hours post dose. |
| Periodic Acid Schiff Stain (PAS) | Bone Marrow Aspirate |
| Peritoneal Fluid Includes cell count,gram stain and culture for aerobic & anaerobic bacteria |
Fluid collected aseptically into sterile container. |
| Pertofran (Desipramine)* | 10ml LITHIUM HEPARIN (green). Sample time: Pre-Dose. State time/date of last dose & time/date of collection. |
| Pertussis antibodies* | 10 mL GEL (yellow), May need convalescent specimen |
| Phenobarbitone | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time: Pre-Dose. State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| Phenotyping (Red Cell) for Rhesus antigens | 10 mL PLAIN (red) |
| Phenotyping (Red Cell) Other blood group antigens |
10 mL PLAIN (red) |
| Phenylketonuria test for neonates* | Use Guthrie card - available from lab. Instructions for collection are on the card. |
| Phenytoin (Dilantin) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time: Pre-Dose. State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| Phosphate (P04) Serum Urine |
10 mL GEL (yellow). 24 hr urine collection aliquot must be acidified before analysis |
| Phospholipid Antibody Screen Cardiolipin antibody Lupus Anticoagulant |
1 x 10 mL GEL (yellow) for Cardiolipin Ab 2 x 4 ml SODIUM CITRATE (blue). Double spin, separate plasma and freeze |
| Plasminogen* | 2 x 4 mL SODIUM CITRATE (blue). Double spin, separate plasma & freeze |
| Platelet Count | 4 mL EDTA (purple) |
| Platelet Antibodies* | 10 ml GEL (yellow) - spin & freeze serum. 4 mL EDTA (purple). |
| Platelet Concentrate (per pack) | 4 ml EDTA (purple), if unknown blood group. By Agreement Only (Code for EACH unit that is requested). |
| Pleural Fluid Cell count and gram stain Cell count and gram stain and bacterial culture. Chemistry |
Fluid collected aseptically into sterile container Fluid collected aseptically into sterile container Fluid collected aseptically into sterile container |
| Pneumocystis carinii examination* | Induced sputum, bronchial aspirate, washings or brushings |
| Porphyrin Screen* | 50ml Random Urine |
| Potassium (K+) Serum Urine |
10 mL GEL (yellow). 24 hr urine collection with no additive. |
| Pregnancy Test Urine Serum qualitative Serum quantitative |
50 mL Random Urine 10 mL GEL (yellow). 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Procainamide (Promestyl)* | 3 x 10 mL GEL (yellow). Pre / Mid & Post-Doses |
| Primidone (Mysoline)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time: Pre-Dose. State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| Progesterone (Serum) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Prolactin | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Protein Serum Urine |
10 mL GEL (yellow). 24 hr urine collection (no preservative) |
| Protein C | 2 x 4 mL SODIUM CITRATE (blue). Separate plasma and freeze |
| Protein S | 2 x 4 mL SODIUM CITRATE (blue). Separate plasma and freeze |
| Prothrombin Time (PT/INR) | 4 mL SODIUM CITRATE (blue). Fill to line. |
| PSA - Total (Prostate Specific Antigen) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| PSA - Free and Total Prostate Specific Antigen | 10 ml GEL (yellow) |
| Pseudocholinesterase* (Suxamethonium / Scoline Sensitivity) |
10 mL GEL (yellow). Provide anaesthetic / family history & date of birth. |
| Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6)* | 10 mL LITHIUM HEPARIN (green). Wrap in foil. |
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Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
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Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| Red Cell Count | 4mL EDTA (purple) |
| Red Cell Morphology (Urine) | Mid Stream Urine collection. Must be fresh. Call Lab courier for urgent pickup. |
| Red Cell Phenotyping for Rhesus antigens Other blood group antigens |
10 mL PLAIN (red) 10 mL PLAIN (red) |
| Reducing Substances Faeces |
20g Faeces. Must be fresh. |
| Renin* | 2 x 4 mL EDTA (purple). Separate plasma and freeze immediately. |
| Reticulin Antibody (Coeliac)* | 5-10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Reticulin Stain | Bone Marrow Trephine |
| Reticulocytes | 4mL EDTA (purple) |
| Retinol (Vitamin A)* | 10ml GEL (yellow) or 10ml LITHIUM HEPARIN (green). Spin and freeze. |
| Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Factor | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)* | 10 mL LITHIUM HEPARIN (green). Wrap in foil. |
| Rickettsia Serology Weil-Felix Screen |
10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Rivotril (Clonazepam)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Rohypnol (Flunitrazepam)* | 50 mL Random Urine |
| Rotavirus Antigen | Fresh faecal sample. |
| RPR (VDRL) Includes titre if positive |
10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Rubella Antibodies IgG Antibody IgM Antibody |
10 mL GEL (yellow) 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
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| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| Salicylate (Aspirin)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Schistosomiasis Serology (Bilharzia)* FEME only |
10 mL GEL (yellow). Urine or faeces |
| Scoline Sensitivity (Pseudocholinesterase)* | 10ml GEL (yellow). Provide anaesthetic / family history & date of birth |
| Selenium* | 10 mL K2 EDTA Royal blue cap |
| Semen Analysis Infertility Post Vasectomy |
Must reach laboratory within 2 hours (state time/date of collection/sample collected in sterile containers) Must reach laboratory within 2 hours (state time/date of collection/sample collected in sterile containers) |
| Serepax (Oxazapam)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| SHBG (Sex Hormone Binding Globulin) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Provide clinical details. |
| Sinequan (Doxepin)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). State time/date of last dose & time/date of collection. |
| Skin Scrapings Fungal Culture and microscopy |
Skin, hair, nail. |
| Skin Swab Micro & culture |
Swab collected into gel transport medium. |
| Smooth Muscle Antibody | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Sodium (Na+) Serum Urine |
10 mL GEL (yellow) 24 hr urine collection with no additive. |
| Somatomedin C / IGF-1 | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Specific gravity (urine) | 50 mL Random Urine |
| Sperm Antibodies* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Separate serum and freeze ASAP. |
| Sputum Cytology Gram stain & culture Direct ZN Stain AFB culture |
3 x consecutive morning: specimens in sterile containers. Specimen in sterile container 3 x consecutive morning: specimens in sterile containers. Note: Please ensure specimens are sputum, not saliva. 3 x consecutive morning: specimens in sterile containers. |
| Streptococcal Antibody (ASOT) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Strongyloides Antibody | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Stone Analysis (Renal)* | |
| Striated Muscle Antibody (Asthenia Gravis)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Sucrose Lysis Screen for PNH | 10 mL LITHIUM HEPARIN (green). |
| Suxamethonium Screen (Pseudocholinesterase)* | 10ml GEL (yellow). Provide anaesthetic / family history & date of birth. |
| Synovial fluid Cells, crystal, gram stain & culture Chemistry, rheumatoid factor Cell count, gram stain & crystals |
Specimen collected aseptically into sterile container Specimen collected aseptically into sterile container Specimen collected aseptically into sterile container |
| Syphilis Serology RPR/VDRL TPHA or specific T. pallidum IgG antibody Fluorescent Treponema Antibodies (Total)* Fluorescent Treponema Antibodies (IgM)* |
10 mL GEL (yellow) 10 mL GEL (yellow) 10 mL GEL (yellow) 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
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| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| Tegretol (Carbamezapine) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time: Pre-Dose. State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| Testosterone (Total) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Provide clinical details. |
| Testosterone (Free)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Tetanus Toxoid Ab* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Thalassaemia (alpha) by PCR (SEA type) | 4 mL EDTA ( purple) |
| Theophylline (Aminophylline) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Thiamine (Vitamin B1)* | 10 mL LITHIUM HEPARIN (green). Wrap in foil. |
| Throat Swab Micro & culture |
Swab collected onto gel transport medium. |
| Thioridizine (Melleril)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Thyroglobulin | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Thyroid Auto-Antibodies Thyroid microsomal antibody (MA) Thyroglobulin antibody (TA) |
10 mL GEL (yellow) 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| T3 (free Tri-ido thyronine) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| T4 (free thryroxine) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Tocopherol (Vitamin E)* | 10 mL LITHIUM HEPARIN (green). Wrap in foil. |
| Tofranil (Imipramine)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Total Bilirubin | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Total Protein | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Toxocara Serology* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Toxoplasma Serology IgG Antibody IgM Antibody |
10 mL GEL (yellow) 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| TPHA (Syphilis Serology) or specific IgG assay | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Transferrin Includes TIBC | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Preferably A.M. |
| Triglycerides (Lipids) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). 10 - 12 hr fast necessary. |
| Triple Test (Down Syndrome Screen) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Free beta HCG, AFP, UE3 measured at 14-19 weeks. ALL relevant details - LMP, DOB, gestation determination MUST be on the form. Accurate gestation, preferably by ultrasound is essential for correct risk assessment. |
| Troponin I (Qualitative) Troponin I (Quantitative) |
4ml EDTA (purple) 10ml LITHIUM HEPARIN (green) (Available in our main laboratories: KL and Ipoh only) |
| Tryptanol (Amitryptiline)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| TSH Receptor Antibody* | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Tuberculosis rapid PCR test | Sputum, washing, fluids |
| Tumor Markers | |
| CEA | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Ca 125 | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Ca 15.3 | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Ca 19.9 | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| PSA | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| AFP | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| HCG (quantitative) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| NPC Screen (EBV VCA IgA) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
| Beta 2 Microglobulin | 10ml GEL (yellow) |
| Typhoid Antibody (Widal Test) | 10 mL GEL (yellow) |
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| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| Urea Serum/Plasma Urine |
10 mL GEL (yellow) 24 hr urine collection with no additive. |
| Urethral Swabs Gram stain Micro, culture, including GC |
Swab collected into gel transport media. Swab collected into gel transport media. Do not refrigerate. |
| Uric Acid (Urate) Serum Urine |
10 mL GEL (yellow) 24 hr urine collection, NaOH preservative |
| Urine Microscopy (FEME) | 10ml mid-stream urine |
| Urine Culture Cell count, chemistry & culture |
Fresh Mid Stream sample. Please state if MSU, catheter urine, clean catch or bag specimen |
| Urine Benzene / Phenols* | 50 mL Random Urine |
| Urine porphyrins* | 50 mL Random Urine |
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| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| Vaginal Swab Micro, gram stain & wet film. Micro & culture includes wet film, gram stain and culture for aerobic and anaerobic organisms including Gonococci |
Swab collected into gel transport medium. Swab collected into gel transport medium. |
| Valium (Diazepam)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). State time/date of last dose & time/date of collection. |
| Valproate (Epilim) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time: Pre-Dose. State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| Vancomycin Trough Peak |
10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time: Pre-Dose. State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. 10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time: Post Dose. To be taken: minutes after start of 60 minutes infusion or at completion of extended infusion. State frequency of dose. |
| Varicella (Zoster) Antibody (Chicken Pox) IgG Antibody IgM Antibody |
10 mL GEL (yellow), May need convalescent specimen |
| Vibrio cholera Culture |
Random fresh stool specimen. |
| Vitamin A (Retinol)* | 10 ml GEL (yellow) or 10ml LITHIUM HEPARIN (green). Spin and freeze. |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)* | 10 mL LITHIUM HEPARIN (green). Wrap in foil. |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)* | 10 mL LITHIUM HEPARIN (green). Wrap in foil. |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)* | 10 mL LITHIUM HEPARIN (green). Wrap in foil. |
| Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) | 4 mL EDTA (purple) wrap in foil. |
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)* | 10 mL LITHIUM HEPARIN (green). Separate plasma, wrap in foil to protect from light & freeze immediately. |
| Vitamin D (Calciferol)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Separate serum and freeze. |
| Vitamin E (Tocopherol)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Separate serum and freeze. |
| Viral Culture* | Faeces, Urine, Swab, CSF etc. |
| Von Willebrands Factor Assay* | 2 x 4 mL SODIUM CITRATE (blue), separate plasma and freeze. |
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"W" test index
Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| Weil-Felix (Rickettsia Ag) | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| White Cell Count Including 5 part differential |
4mL EDTA (purple) |
| White Cell Count only | 4mL EDTA (purple) |
| Whooping Cough (Bordatella pertussis)* Serology or by PCR assay |
10 mL GEL (yellow). Swab sample. |
| Widal Test | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Widal/Weil-Felix Test | 10 mL GEL (yellow). |
| Wound Swab Micro & culture includes gram stain and culture for aerobic and anaerobic organisms |
Swab collected onto gel transport medium. |
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"Y" test index
Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
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"Z" test index
Note: Referred tests are marked with an astericks (*)
| Test | Specimen Requirements |
| Zarontin (Ethosuximide)* | 10 mL GEL (yellow). Sample Time: Pre-Dose. State time / date of last dose & time / date of collection. |
| Zinc Concentration in:* Serum Urine |
10 ml K2EDTA Royal Blue cap 24 hr urine collection in acid washed bottle. |
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