Laboratory Test Preparation
Test
Appendix Ultrasound
Other Test Request Name
Test Composition
Not Applicable
Intended Use
Ultrasound imaging or sonography is considered to be a non-invasive procedure and does not involve ionizing radiation which is usual in X-rays. An ultrasound scan is not only useful in assessing the structure of organs and different internal structures but can also show the movement of organs in real time.
It may be used to assess the size and location and structures of the appendix.
Methodology
Not Applicable
Laboratory Section
Not Applicable
Special Instructions/Patient Preparations
PREPARATION
- No special preparation.
- Bring previous ultrasound result for comparison
Collection/Sample Container
Not Applicable
Specimen and Volume Requirement
Note:Follow tube manufacturer recommendation.
Not Applicable
Alternative Specimen and Volume Requirement
Not Applicable
Specimen Stability
• Room Temperature (15-25°C)
Not Applicable
• Refrigerated Temperature (2-8°C)
Not Applicable
• Freezer Temperature (-20°C)
Not Applicable
Transport Temperature
Not Applicable
Rejection Criteria
Not Applicable
Running Day
Not Applicable
Cut Off Time
Not Applicable
TAT/Releasing of Results
Reference Interval/Result Interpretation
Limitations/Interferences
Not Applicable
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Related Words/Test
Not Applicable
Test
APT TEST (FECES) (FOR HP DEL MONTE ONLY)
Other Test Request Name
ALKALI DENATURATION TEST
Test Composition
Not Applicable
Intended Use
This test is done to diagnose swallowed blood syndrome and differentiate this condition from gastrointestinal hemorrhage in new born.
To differentiate fetal blood from swallowed maternal blood in the evaluation of bloody stools.
Methodology
Sodium Hydroxide (MANUAL)-Protein Denaturation Method
Laboratory Section
Special Test
Special Instructions/Patient Preparations
- Collection should be done at HP DEL MONTE BRANCH ONLY
- No patient preparation necessary.
- Submit grossly bloody sample
- Inform laboratory 1 day before collection for schedule.
- Special Trip
Collection/Sample Container
Clean leak proof container
Specimen and Volume Requirement
Note:Follow tube manufacturer recommendation.
20 Grams Stool (Feces)
Alternative Specimen and Volume Requirement
Not Applicable
Specimen Stability
• Room Temperature (15-25°C)
2 Hours
• Refrigerated Temperature (2-8°C)
Not Applicable
• Freezer Temperature (-20°C)
Not Applicable
Transport Temperature
Transport specimen at 2 – 8 °C (with cold packs)
Rejection Criteria
- Stool/Feces in preservative
- Improperly labeled specimen
- Specimen stored and transported outside the required temperature
- Sample not bloody
Running Day
Monday to Friday
Cut Off Time
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM
TAT/Releasing of Results
3 days after cut-off (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays)
Reference Interval/Result Interpretation
Not Applicable
Limitations/Interferences
None Specified
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Not Applicable
Related Words/Test
Not Applicable
Test
APT Test (Gastric Fluid) (FOR HP DEL MONTE ONLY)
Other Test Request Name
ALKALI DENATURATION TEST
Test Composition
Not Applicable
Intended Use
This test is done to diagnose swallowed blood syndrome and differentiate this condition from gastrointestinal hemorrhage in new born.To differentiate fetal blood from swallowed maternal blood in the evaluation of bloody stools.
Methodology
Sodium Hydroxide (MANUAL)-Protein Denaturation Method
Laboratory Section
Special Test
Special Instructions/Patient Preparations
- Collection should be done at HP DEL MONTE BRANCH ONLY
- No patient preparation necessary.
- Submit grossly bloody sample
- Inform laboratory 1 day before collection for schedule.
- Special Trip
Collection/Sample Container
Clean leak proof container
Specimen and Volume Requirement
Note:Follow tube manufacturer recommendation.
5 mL Gastric Fluid
Alternative Specimen and Volume Requirement
Not Applicable
Specimen Stability
• Room Temperature (15-25°C)
2 Hours
• Refrigerated Temperature (2-8°C)
Not Applicable
• Freezer Temperature (-20°C)
Not Applicable
Transport Temperature
Transport specimen at 2 – 8 °C (with cold packs)
Rejection Criteria
- Gastric Fluid in preservative
- Transport media or swab
- Improperly labeled specimen
- Specimen stored and transported outside the required temperature
- Sample not bloody
Running Day
Monday to Friday
Cut Off Time
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM
TAT/Releasing of Results
3 days after cut-off (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays)
Reference Interval/Result Interpretation
Not Applicable
Limitations/Interferences
None Specified
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Not Applicable
Related Words/Test
Differentiate fetal or neonatal blood from maternal blood found in a newborn's stool or vomitus.
Test
Arsenic-Temporarily Unavailable (currently not accepting samples)
Other Test Request Name
- As
- Arsenic, Blood
Test Composition
Not applicable
Intended Use
To determine exposure to arsenic and also useful following effective therapy.
Methodology
Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS)
Laboratory Section
Special Test
Special Instructions/Patient Preparations
- Blood sample will be drawn every Monday - Wednesday from 8am-3pm.
- Request Container to Special test section
- Carefully clean skin prior to venipuncture. Avoid worksite collection.
- Avoid seafood consumption for 48 hours prior to sample collection.
Instruction to Phlebotomists:Specimen Collection and Handling
- Wash the collection site with soap and water, followed by an alcohol swab.
- Collect the trace metal tube last if other tubes are to be collected from the same site.
- Label the complete name of patient on the EDTA Royal blue tube upon extraction.
- After blood extraction, invert EDTA Royal Blue tube 8-10 times to prevent clotting.
- Verify and record the name, date of birth, age, gender and employment history of each patient in the Clinical Information.
- Note if the patient is pregnant.
- After blood collection, do not open specimen tubes at any time prior to shipment. Do not use iodine-containing disinfectants.
Collection/Sample Container
6 mL Royal Blue Top - Edta - (Request Container to Special test section)
Specimen and Volume Requirement
Note:Follow tube manufacturer recommendation.
2 Pcs of 6 mL wholeblood Royal Blue - Edta
Alternative Specimen and Volume Requirement
Not Applicable
Specimen Stability
• Room Temperature (15-25°C)
5 Days
• Refrigerated Temperature (2-8°C)
Not Applicable
• Freezer Temperature (-20°C)
Not applicable
Transport Temperature
Transport specimen at 2 – 8 °C (with cold packs)
Rejection Criteria
- Hemolyzed specimen
- Quantity Not sufficient
- Improperly labeled specimen
- Clotted Specimen
- Over filled or under filled tube
Running Day
Batch Running
Cut Off Time
Monday, 12:00 PM
TAT/Releasing of Results
3 weeks after cut off (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays)
Reference Interval/Result Interpretation
Available upon request
Limitations/Interferences
None specified
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Not applicable
Related Words/Test
Toxic Metals, Heavy Metals Panel
Test
ASCA (IF)
Other Test Request Name
- Saccharomyces cerevisiae - anti-antibodies
- ASCA
Test Composition
Not applicable
Intended Use
Definitive of Chrohn's disease can be problematic, in particular it must be differentiated from hemorrhagic coloproctitis. The presence of anti-saccromyces cerevisiae antibodies is suggestive of Crohn's disease whereas the presence of anti-X-ANCA is more indicative of hemorrhagic coloproctitis.
Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Laboratory Section
Special Test
Special Instructions/Patient Preparations
No patient preparation necessary.
Collection/Sample Container
Red or Gold tube
Specimen and Volume Requirement
Note:Follow tube manufacturer recommendation.
3 mL Serum
Alternative Specimen and Volume Requirement
Not Applicable
Specimen Stability
• Room Temperature (15-25°C)
24 Hours
• Refrigerated Temperature (2-8°C)
7 Days
• Freezer Temperature (-20°C)
28 Days
Transport Temperature
Transport specimen at 2 – 8 °C (with cold packs)
Rejection Criteria
- Hemolyzed specimen
- Quantity Not sufficient
- Improperly labeled specimen
- Markedly lipemic sample
Running Day
Batch Running
Cut Off Time
Friday, 4:00 PM
TAT/Releasing of Results
2 weeks after cut-off (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays)
Reference Interval/Result Interpretation
Available upon request
Limitations/Interferences
None specified.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Not applicable
Related Words/Test
Anti-Saccharomyces cerevisiae mannan antibodiesSaccharomyces cerevisiae Antibodies, IgG or IgA, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
Test
ASO (Anti Streptolysin O)
Other Test Request Name
- Anti-Streptolysin O Qualitative
- ASO Qualitative
Test Composition
Not Applicable
Intended Use
Used for the detection of Acute Streptococcal infection.
Methodology
Turbidimetry
Laboratory Section
Chemistry
Special Instructions/Patient Preparations
No patient preparation necessary.
Collection/Sample Container
Red or Gold tube
Specimen and Volume Requirement
Note:Follow tube manufacturer recommendation.
1-3 mL Serum
Alternative Specimen and Volume Requirement
Not Applicable
Specimen Stability
• Room Temperature (15-25°C)
Not Specified
• Refrigerated Temperature (2-8°C)
2 Days
• Freezer Temperature (-20°C)
Not Specified
Transport Temperature
Specimen should be transported at 20C to 80C (with cold packs).
Sample must be sent to laboratory immediately after collection.
Rejection Criteria
- Hemolyzed sample
- Markedly lipemic sample
- Exceed sample stability requirement
- Quantity not sufficient
- Improperly labeled sample
Running Day
Daily
Cut Off Time
Monday to Saturday: 6:00 PM
Sunday: 4:00PM
TAT/Releasing of Results
ROUTINE
• 4 hours after receipt of specimen/ arrival of messenger
Reference Interval/Result Interpretation
- Negative: < 200 IU/mL
- Positive: >/= 200 IU/mL
Limitations/Interferences
Not Applicable
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Not Applicable
Related Words/Test
Streptococcal infection, ASLO
Test
B-HCG (ECLIA)
Other Test Request Name
• Human Chorionic Gonadotrophin (Quantitative)
• Chorionic Gonadotrophin (Quantitative)
• HCG B (Quantitative)
• Beta Subunit (Quantitative)
• Intact Human Chorionic Gonadotrophin (Quantitative)
• Quantitative Hcg (Quantitative)
• Total Beta hCG (Quantitative)
• Quantitative Pregnancy Test (Quantitative)
• Beta hCG (Quantitative)
• Total hCG (Quantitative)
Test Composition
Not applicable
Intended Use
• Early detection and monitoring of pregnancy.
• This assay is also useful in the detection and monitoring of hCG?producing tumor cells of either ovarian, placental or testicular origin.
Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay (ECLIA)
Laboratory Section
Immunology
Special Instructions/Patient Preparations
No patient preparation necessary.
•Samples should not be taken from patients receiving therapy with high biotin doses (i.e. > 5 mg/day) until at least 8 hours following the last biotin administration.
Collection/Sample Container
Red or Gold tube
Specimen and Volume Requirement
Note:Follow tube manufacturer recommendation.
1-3 mL Serum
Alternative Specimen and Volume Requirement
1-3 mL Plasma (Li-, Na-, Ammonium-heparin/ Na2-, K3-EDTA/ Sodium Citrate/ Sodium Fluoride/ Potassium Oxalate)
Specimen Stability
• Room Temperature (15-25°C)
Not specified
• Refrigerated Temperature (2-8°C)
3 Days
• Freezer Temperature (-20°C)
1 Year (Freeze only once)
Transport Temperature
Transport specimen at 2°C – 8 °C (with cold packs)
Rejection Criteria
- Hemolyzed specimen
- Lipemic specimen
- Exceeded sample stability requirement
- Quantity not sufficient
- Improperly labeled specimens
- Heat-inactivated samples
Running Day
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Cut Off Time
6:00PM
TAT/Releasing of Results
ROUTINE (on running days)
• 4 hours after receipt of specimen/ arrival of messenger
STAT (on running days only)
• 2½ hours from extraction/messenger arrival
Reference Interval/Result Interpretation
Male: </= 2.60 mIU/mL
Non-pregnant Female (pre-menopausal): </= 5.30 mIU/mL
Non-pregnant Female (post-menopausal): </= 8.30 mIU/mL
Limitations/Interferences
In rare cases, interference due to extremely high titers of antibodies to analyte?specific antibodies, streptavidin or ruthenium can occur.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Not applicable
Related Words/Test
AFP, Tumor Markers, LD
Test
B-HCG (Free)Temporarily Unavailable (currently not accepting samples)
Other Test Request Name
Not Applicable
Test Composition
Not applicable
Intended Use
To determine adequacy of hormonal production in high risk pregnancies
Methodology
Chemiluminescence
Laboratory Section
Special Test
Special Instructions/Patient Preparations
- No patient preparation necessary.
- 2 pcs. of Gold Tube
- Take note patient's diagnosis
Collection/Sample Container
Red or Gold Tube
Specimen and Volume Requirement
Note:Follow tube manufacturer recommendation.
5 mL Serum
Alternative Specimen and Volume Requirement
Not Applicable
Specimen Stability
• Room Temperature (15-25°C)
Not Applicable
• Refrigerated Temperature (2-8°C)
24 Hours
• Freezer Temperature (-20°C)
28 Days
Transport Temperature
Transport specimen at 2°C - 8°C (with cold packs)
Rejection Criteria
- Hemolyzed specimen
- Quantity Not sufficient
- Markedly lipemic sample
- Improperly labeled specimen
- Used SST tube container
Running Day
Monday to Friday
Cut Off Time
One day before running day, 7:00 A.M
TAT/Releasing of Results
5 days after cut-off (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays)
Reference Interval/Result Interpretation
Available upon request
Limitations/Interferences
None specified
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Not applicable
Related Words/Test
Pregnancy Test; Qualitative hCG; Quantitative hCG; Beta hCG; Total hCG; Total beta hCG, Human Chorionic Gonadotropin
Test
Beta D Glucan Antigen
Other Test Request Name
Beta D Glucan Antigen Screening
Test Composition
Not Applicable
Intended Use
Beta-D-glucan antigenemia for early diagnosis of invasive fungal infections in neutropenic patients with acute leukemia.
Methodology
Enzyme- immunoassay
Laboratory Section
Special test
Special Instructions/Patient Preparations
- No patient preparation necessary.
- Red Tube Only (DO NOT USE TUBE WITH GEL SEPARATOR)
Collection/Sample Container
Red Tube Only (DO NOT USE TUBE WITH GEL SEPARATOR)
Specimen and Volume Requirement
Note:Follow tube manufacturer recommendation.
3 mL Serum
Alternative Specimen and Volume Requirement
Not Applicable
Specimen Stability
• Room Temperature (15-25°C)
24 Hours
• Refrigerated Temperature (2-8°C)
7 Days
• Freezer Temperature (-20°C)
28 Days
Transport Temperature
Transport specimen at 2-8C (with cold packs)
Rejection Criteria
- Hemolysed specimen
- Lipemic specimen
- Exceeded sample stability requirement
- Quantity not sufficient
- Improperly labeled specimen
- Improper collection tube used
Running Day
Batch Running
Cut Off Time
Friday, 4:00 PM
TAT/Releasing of Results
2 weeks after cut-off (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays)
Reference Interval/Result Interpretation
Available upon request
Limitations/Interferences
None Specified.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Not Applicable
Related Words/Test
Not Applicable
Test
Beta Globin Genotyping
Other Test Request Name
Not Applicable
Test Composition
Not Applicable
Intended Use
Not Applicable
Methodology
Genotyping
Laboratory Section
Special Test
Special Instructions/Patient Preparations
- For schedule
- Sample must be collected every Tuesday (CUTOFF 7AM)
- Need Updated CBC and HGB ELECTROPHORESIS result (within 1 month)
Collection/Sample Container
EDTA
Specimen and Volume Requirement
Note:Follow tube manufacturer recommendation.
3 pcs 4mL EDTA Wholeblood
Alternative Specimen and Volume Requirement
Not Applicable
Specimen Stability
• Room Temperature (15-25°C)
24 Hours
• Refrigerated Temperature (2-8°C)
24 Hours
• Freezer Temperature (-20°C)
Not Applicable
Transport Temperature
Transport specimen at 2 – 8 °C (with cold packs)
Rejection Criteria
- Improperly labeled specimens
- Clotted specimens
- Over-filled or Under-filled tube
- Quantity not sufficient
- Specimen stored and transported outside the required temperature
Running Day
Thursday
Cut Off Time
Tuesday 7am
TAT/Releasing of Results
3 Working days (excluding saturdays, sundays and holidays)
Reference Interval/Result Interpretation
Not Applicable
Limitations/Interferences
Not Applicable
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Not Applicable
Related Words/Test
Not Applicable
Test
Beta-HCG (CSF)
Other Test Request Name
- Beta hCG CSF
- hCG CSF
Test Composition
Not Applicable
Intended Use
This test is an aid in the diagnosis of brain metastases of testicular cancer or extragonadal intracerebral germ cell tumors in adults and pediatric patients. Elevated levels of human chorionic gonadotropin in spinal fluid indicate the probable presence of central nervous system metastases or recurrence of tumor in patients with germ cell tumors, including patients with testicular cancer or choriocarcinoma.hCG, Beta, CSF - This test is an aid in the diagnosis of brain metastases of testicular cancer or extragonadal intercerebral germ cell tumors in adults and pediatric patients. Elevated levels of human chorionic gonadotropin in spinal fluid indicate the probable presence of central nervous system metastases or recurrence of tumor in patients with germ cell tumors, including patients with testicular cancer or choriocarcinoma. This assay measures the nicked and non-nicked hCG, as well as the free beta subunit.
Methodology
Immunochemiluminometric
Laboratory Section
Special Test
Special Instructions/Patient Preparation
No patient preparation necessary.
Collection/Sample Container
Sterile leak proof container
Specimen and Volume Requirement
Note:Follow tube manufacturer recommendation.
2 mL Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)
Alternative Specimen and Volume Requirement
Not Applicable
Specimen Stability
• Room Temperature (15-25°C)
24 Hours
• Refrigerated Temperature (2-8°C)
7 days
• Freezer Temperature (-20°C)
28 Days
Transport Temperature
Transport specimen at 15°C ~25 °C (room temperature)
Rejection Criteria
- Quantity Not sufficient
- Improperly labeled specimen
- Improperly container used
Running Day
Batch running
Cut Off Time
Monday, 12:00 PM
TAT/Releasing of Results
2 weeks after cut-off (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays)
Reference Interval/Result Interpretation
Available upon request
Limitations/Interferences
None Specified
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Not Applicable
Related Words/Test
Not Applicable
Test
Bile Acid
Other Test Request Name
- Deoxycholic acid
- Bile salts
- Lithocholic acid
- Total Bile acids
- Cholic acid
- Ursodeoxycholic acid
- Chenodeoxycholic acid
- Bile acid serum
Test Composition
Not Applicable
Intended Use
Bile acids are synthesized in the liver and secreted into the bile. They are taken back up in the intestine and returned via the portal vein to the liver where they are actively reabsorbed. In cholestasis or impaired liver function, the efficiency of the reabsorption process may be reduced and bile acids may be found in the peripheral blood. Ideally, the blood should be drawn after eating.
Methodology
Chemistry - Spectrophotometry
Laboratory Section
Special Test
Special Instructions/Patient Preparations
- 8-10 hours fasting.
- In the case of treatment by ursodeoxycholic acid (Delursan®, Ursolvan® or Ursodiol®), the sample should be taken before the next dose.
Collection/Sample Container
Red or Gold Tube
Specimen and Volume Requirement
Note:Follow tube manufacturer recommendation.
3 mL Serum
Alternative Specimen and Volume Requirement
Not Applicable
Specimen Stability
• Room Temperature (15-25°C)
24 Hours
• Refrigerated Temperature (2-8°C)
7 Days
• Freezer Temperature (-20°C)
30 Days
Transport Temperature
Transport specimen at 2 – 8 °C (with cold packs)
Rejection Criteria
- Hemolyzed specimen
- Markedly lipemic specimen
- Exceeded sample stability requirement
- Quantity not sufficient
- Improperly labeled specimen
Running Day
Batch Running
Cut Off Time
Friday, 12:00 PM
TAT/Releasing of Results
2 weeks after cut off (excluding saturday, sunday and holidays)
Reference Interval/Result Interpretation
Available upon request
Limitations/Interferences
Patients with treatment by ursodeoxycholic acid (Delursan®, Ursolvan® or Ursodiol®),
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Not Applicable
Related Words/Test
Not Applicable
Test
Bilirubin (DIAZO)
Other Test Request Name
• Direct Bilirubin: Conjugated Bilirubin; B2
• Indirect Bilirubin: Unconjugated Bilirubin; B1
Test Composition
1. Indirect Bilirubin
2. Direct Bilirubin
3. Total Bilirubin
Intended Use
Used to monitor diseases of the liver, biliary tract, and hemolytic diseases
Methodology
• Indirect Bilirubin: Calculated
• Direct Bilirubin: Diazo
• Total Bilirubin: Colorimetric Diazo
Laboratory Section
Chemistry
Special Instructions/Patient Preparations
- 4 hours fasting prior to blood collection
- Refrain from eating yellow foods (such as carrots, yams, yellow beans, pumpkin) for 3-4 days before blood collection. Alcohol, morphine, theophylline, ascorbic acid and aspirin may also cause elevated results.
- For patients undergoing evaluations involving the administration of indocyanine green (ICG), it is recommended that samples are drawn after ICG has been eliminated.
- Results are invalidated it the client received a radioactive scan within 24 hours before the test.
Collection/Sample Container
Red or Gold tube
Specimen and Volume Requirement
Note:Follow tube manufacturer recommendation.
1-3 mL Serum
Alternative Specimen and Volume Requirement
1-3 mL Plasma (Li-heparin)
Specimen Stability
• Room Temperature (15-25°C)
1 Day (Protected from light)
• Refrigerated Temperature (2-8°C)
1 Week (Protected from light)
• Freezer Temperature (-20°C)
3 months (Protected from light)
Transport Temperature
Transport specimen at 2 – 8 °C (with cold packs and protect from light)
Rejection Criteria
- Failed serum index samples
- Specimen stored/transported outside the temperature range
- Quantity not sufficient
- Improperly labeled specimen
- Improper collection tube used
- Samples not protected from light
Running Day
Daily
Cut Off Time
Monday to Saturday:6:00 PM
Sunday:4:00PM
TAT/Releasing of Results
ROUTINE:4 hours after receipt of specimen/ arrival of messenger
STAT:2 ½ hours after receipt of specimen/ arrival of messenger
Reference Interval/Result Interpretation
Total Bilirubin:
0 day -14 days :3.25 to 284.25 umol/L (0.19 to 16.60 mg/dL)
15 days - 12 months :0.86 to 11.64 umol/L (0.05 to 0.68 mg/dL)
1Y and 1 Day – 9 Y/O :0.86 to 6.85 umol/L (0.05 to 0.40 mg/dL)
9Y and 1 Day – 12 Y/O :0.86 to 9.42 umol/L (0.05 to 0.55 mg/dL)
12Y and 1 Day – 15 Y/O :1.71 to 11.99 umol/L (0.10 to 0.70 mg/dL)
15Y and 1 Day – 19 Y/O :1.71 to 14.38 umol/L (0.10 to 0.84 mg/dL)
19Y and 1 Day – 999 Y/O :3.40 to 20.50 umol/L (0.20 to 1.20 mg/dL)
Direct Bilirubin:
0 day -14 days :5.65 to 12.16 umol/L (0.33 to 0.71 mg/dL)
15 days - 12 months :0.86 to 5.14 umol/L (0.05 to 0.30 mg/dL)
1Y and 1 Day – 9 Y/O :0.86 to 3.42 umol/L (0.05 to 0.20 mg/dL)
9Y and 1 Day – 13 Y/O :0.86 to 4.97 umol/L (0.05 to 0.29 mg/dL)
13Y and 1 Day – 19 Y/O (Male) :1.88 to 7.19 umol/L (0.11 to 0.42 mg/dL)
13Y and 1 Day – 19 Y/O (Female) :1.71 to 6.68 umol/L (0.10 to 0.39 mg/dL)
19Y and 1 Day – 999 Y/O :0.0 0 to 8.60 umol/L (0.00 to 0.50 mg/dL)
Indirect Bilirubin:
0 day -14 days :0.00 to 272.09 umol/L (0.00 to 15.89 mg/dL)
15 days - 12 months :0.00 to 6.50 umol/L (0.00 to 0.38 mg/dL)
1Y and 1 Day – 9 Y/O :0.00 to 3.43 umol/L (0.00 to 0.20 mg/dL)
9Y and 1 Day – 12 Y/O :0.00 to 4.45 umol/L (0.00 to 0.26 mg/dL)
12Y and 1 Day – 13 Y/O :0.85 to 4.80 umol/L (0.05 to 0.28 mg/dL)
13Y and 1 Day – 15 Y/O (Male) :0.00 to 4.80 umol/L (0.00 to 0.28 mg/dL)
13Y and 1 Day – 15 Y/O (Female) :0.00 to 5.31 umol/L (0.00 to 0.31 mg/dL)
15Y and 1 Day – 19 Y/O (Male) :0.00 to 7.19 umol/L (0.00 to 0.42 mg/dL)
15Y and 1 Day – 19 Y/O (Female) :0.00 to 7.70 umol/L (0.00 to 0.45 mg/dL)
19Y and 1 Day – 999 Y/O :3.40 to 11.90 umol/L (0.20 to 0.69 mg/dL)
Limitations/Interferences
0.20 mmol/L indoxyl sulfate potassium salt, at a targeted total bilirubin of 1.3 mg/dL, increase the total bilirubin concentration by 0.3 mg/dL. Interferences from medications or endogenous substances may affect results.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Not applicable
Related Words/Test
Liver Panel, GGT, ALP, AST, ALT, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Complete Blood Count, Urinalysis; Direct Antiglobulin Test; Haptoglobin; Reticulocyte
Test
BK Virus PCR (BY APPOINTMENT)
Other Test Request Name
Not Applicable
Test Composition
Not Applicable
Intended Use
Used for detection of kidney infection
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Laboratory Section
Special Test
Special Instructions/Patient Preparations
- Please note the date and time of collection.
- Doctor's request is needed
- kindly indicate in the request what is the specimen (ex: Serum / Plasma/ Urine)
- If plasma/serum specimen will be submitted please include the mother tube.
- Extraction EVERY MONDAY ONLY, 1PM ONWARDS (FOR PROVINCIAL BRANCHES)
NOTE:Mother tube will be placed in room temp and serum/plasma on ref temp if transported,
Collection/Sample Container
Red Tube
Specimen and Volume Requirement
Note:Follow tube manufacturer recommendation.
2 pcs 4 ml Serum
Alternative Specimen and Volume Requirement
- Plasma from EDTA tube, 2 pcs 4ML
- Urine atleast 30 ml random urine to be placed in Sterile container
Specimen Stability
• Room Temperature (15-25°C)
24 hours
• Refrigerated Temperature (2-8°C)
24 hours
• Freezer Temperature (-20°C)
Not Applicable
Transport Temperature
Transport specimen at 2°C - 8°C (with cold packs)
Rejection Criteria
- Not properly labeled tube
- Incomplete details of the patient
- Hemolyzed
- QNS
Running Day
Wednesday
Cut Off Time
Tuesday 7:00 AM
TAT/Releasing of Results
7 days after running day (excluding saturdays, Sundays and Holidays)
Reference Interval/Result Interpretation
Not Applicable
Limitations/Interferences
Not Applicable
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Not Applicable
Related Words/Test
Not Applicable
Test
Bleeding Time (Ivy)
Other Test Request Name
Not applicable
Test Composition
Not applicable
Intended Use
Screening test to assess function of platelets and small blood vessels.
Methodology
Ivy's Method
Laboratory Section
Hematology
Special Instructions/Patient Preparations
No patient preparation necessary.
Collection/Sample Container
Not applicable
Specimen and Volume Requirement
Note:Follow tube manufacturer recommendation.
Not applicable
Alternative Specimen and Volume Requirement
Not applicable
Specimen Stability
• Room Temperature (15-25°C)
Not applicable
• Refrigerated Temperature (2-8°C)
Not applicable
• Freezer Temperature (-20°C)
Not applicable
Transport Temperature
Not applicable
Rejection Criteria
Bleeding Time cannot be done when both the patient’s arms are edematous or with IV lines and shunts.
Running Day
Daily
Cut Off Time
Monday to Saturday
• 6:00 PM
Sunday
• 3:00 PM
TAT/Releasing of Results
ROUTINE:
• 2 hours after receipt of specimen/ arrival of messenger
STAT:
• 1 hour from extraction/messenger arrival
Reference Interval/Result Interpretation
2 - 9 Minutes
Limitations/Interferences
Edema
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Not applicable
Related Words/Test
Blood vessel defect, Platelet aggregation defect, Thrombocytopenia, Partial Thromboplastin Time (PTT, aPTT), Complete Blood Count (CBC), Coagulation Factors, D-dimer, Fibrinogen, Prothrombin Time and International Normalized Ratio (PT/INR), Platelet Function Tests,Thrombin Time, Von Willebrand Factor, Heparin-induced Thrombocytopenia PF4 Antibody, Excessive Clotting Disorders, Liver Disease, Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC),Vitamin K Deficiency.