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Serum indices |
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Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
This test measures the serum indices; Haemolysis, Lipaemia and Icterus. |
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Serum or Plasma |
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Frequency of analysis |
Daily |
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Notes |
Haemolytic samples will be graded as Mild, Moderate and Severe. Mild - Mild level of haemolysis present. All results will be reported but AST, LDH, UIBC and Direct Bilirubin can be affected by this level of haemolysis. These results must be interpreted with caution and a repeat sample is advised. Moderate - Moderate level of haemolysis present. Results for AST, LDH, UIBC and Direct Bilirubin WILL NOT be reported at this level. Results for Potassium, Troponin T (HS), Paracetamol and CK can also be affected by this level of haemolysis but WILL BE reported. Therefore these results must be interpreted with caution and it is advised that a repeat sample should be taken in all cases. Severe – Very high level of haemolysis present. Multiple tests are affected by this level of haemolysis and are therefore not reported. It is strongly advised that a repeat sample be taken to clarify the biochemical status of a patient. Please note that if a sample exceeds specific Lipaemic or Icteric levels then the results of affected analyses will not be reported.
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Last updated |
Wed, 16 Jun 2021 16:23:21 BST |