Full details for "NPT - Urine HCG". | |
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Name |
NPT - Urine HCG |
Alternative name/Profile |
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Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
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Specimen type |
Random urine |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
Universal container - 5mL Fluid / 5mL Urine |
Frequency of analysis |
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Turnaround time |
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Availability |
On all wards with a Clinitek Status + meter. If in the event of a downtime a device in an adjacent ward can be used for testing or alternatively a serum sample can be sent to Biochemistry. |
Notes |
NPT HCG testing in urine should only be used for screening purposes. A serum sample must be sent to the Biochemistry for any erroneous or aberrant results. A serum sample should be sent to confirm all positives. Sample should be no more than 2 hours old. Please see ‘Services > Near Patient Testing’ for procedures, working instructions and forms pertinent to this test type. To contact Near Patient Testing phone ext. 4944/2934 or email NPT@stjames.ie |
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Last updated |
Thu, 28 Jul 2022 09:16:19 IST |