Biochemistry
| Full details for "ICU Profile". | |
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Name |
ICU Profile |
Alternative name/Profile |
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Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
ICU Profile includes the following tests: Urea, Creatinine, Potassium, Chloride, Sodium, Magnesium, Calcium, Phosphate and Albumin. |
Specimen type |
Serum |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
5mL - Red Tube |
Frequency of analysis |
Daily |
Turnaround time |
1 working day |
Availability |
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Notes |
See individual tests for interferences and recommendations Separate from clot or cells as soon as possible. Calcium decreases with prolonged exposure to clot. Sera from patients receiving EDTA treatment for Hypercalcaemia unsuitable for analysis. Chelating anti-coagulants such as EDTA, fluoride or oxalate must be avoided. EDTA contaminated samples will not be reported for Calcium, Magnesium and Potassium. Refer to order of draw to prevent contamination. |
Related links |
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Reference range |
See individual tests for references ranges |
Last updated |
Mon, 15 Apr 2024 08:06:30 IST |