Test Name Alternative Name Specimen Special Requirements
CSCL SPECIMEN COLLECTION GUIDETest NameAlternative NameSpecimen? CSFβ-transferrin, tau transferrinNasal or ear secretions?ParasiteParasitosisParasite in a pottle1,25 dihydroxy cholecalciferol1,25 diOH Vit D, 1,25 dihydroxy Vit D, CalcitriolYellowProtect from light with tinfoil.1,25 Di-OH Vit D1,25 Dihydroxy Vitamin D, 1,25 diOH cholecalciferol, CalcitriolYellowProtect from light with tinfoil.11 DeoxycortisolMetyrapone testYellowTake dedicated tube. State whether pre or post metyparone sample.17 hydroxysteroids17 ketosteroids, Urine cortisolUrine - random or 24hr plain collection17 β estradiol - sensitive1Special RequirementsYellowPreferred sample collected between 0800-1000.17-Ketosteroid - refer to Cortisol17OH ProgesteroneYellowNote pre and post dose on CHL sticker if this test is done with a synacthen test.17-OH Progesterone/P417α hydroxy progesteroneYellowNote pre and post dose on CHL sticker if this test is done with a synacthen test.17α hydroxy progesterone17-OH progesterone/P4YellowNote pre and post dose on CHL sticker if this test is done with a synacthen test.17β Oestradiol17β Oestradiol - SensitiveEstradiol, Estrogen, E2, OestradiolEstradiol, Estrogen, E2, OestradiolYellowYellowNOTE: Sensitive assay no longer available at CHL. OES done at CSCL instead.25-hydroxy cholecalciferolVitamin D, Cholecalciferol, 25-OH vitamin DYellow25-hydroxy vitamin D25-OH vitamin D, cholecalciferolYellow25-OH cholecalciferol25-hydroxy vitamin DYellow5HIAAHIAA Quantitation, 5-hydroxy indole acetic acid, serotonin metabolites,Hydroxyindole acetic acid (5HIAA), Urine 5HIAA24hr Urine bottle (acid or plain) or random collection ( 5mL)Medication history must be noted on request form. Note start time and finish times. Dietary restrictions.5HT5 hydroxy tryptamine, SerotoninLavenderMinimum 3mL. Take dedicated tube.6 TGN6 Th Nucleotides, 6 Thioguanine Nucleotides, Azathiopurine metabolites,Thioguanine NucleotidesLavenderTake dedicated tube. 5mL whole blood. If 6TGN and 6MMP are both requested, one EDTA sample is sufficient.6 -Thioguanine nucleotides6TGNLavenderTake dedicated tube. 5mL whole blood. If 6TGN and 6MMP are both requested, one EDTA sample is sufficient.6-mercaptopurine / 6-MMP6-TGN, 6MMP, azothioprine, 6-thioguanine nucleotidesLavenderTake dedicated tube. 5mL whole blood. If 6TGN and 6MMP are both requested, one EDTA sample is sufficient6MMP6 MercaptopurineLavenderTake dedicated tube. 5mL whole blood. If 6TGN and 6MMP are both requested, one EDTA sample is sufficient6TGN6 thioguanine nucleotideLavenderTake dedicated tube. 5mL whole blood. If 6TGN and 6MMP are both requested, one EDTA sample is sufficient7-dehydrocholesterol7-DHT, 7-dehydroxyCholesterolLavenderTake dedicated tube.7-DHT - see 7-dehyrocholesterolA S C AntibodiesASCA, Anti-saccharomyces cerevisiae antibodiesYellowA.S.GonadotrophinAlpha subunit gonadotrophinLavender on iceA-1-Antitrypsin / phenotypeAAT, A1AT, α-1AT phenotypeYellow5 hydoxy tryptamine - see 5HT5-hydroxy indole acetic acid - see 5HIAAA-1-Antitrypsin faecalOn ice to lab.FaecesSpecimen must be received within 24hrs of collection. Keep cold.Blood Group and RhPinkPreferably take dedicated Pink tube. Label with full name and DOB.Aspergillus serology, Aspergillus precipitans, Allergic bronchopulmonaryaspergillosisYellowOnset date of illness desirable.ACAAnti-cardiolipin antibody, anti-phospolipid antibody, Cardiolipin, CRD, APAYellowACEAngiotensin Converting Enzyme, SACEYellowCollect at centrifuging sites only. Needs to be separated within 4 hours of collection.AcetominophenParacetemolYellow UrgentURGENT. For overdose, collect 4hrs post ingestion (include time of ingestion).Acetylcholine Receptor AntibodiesMyasthenia gravis antibodiesYellowAcetylcholinesteraseCholinesterase (red cell)LavenderA-1-Antitrypsin Gene - see A1AT/phenotypeAAFB - Refer to TBGenotype inferred by phenotypeABOABPATake dedicated tube.Acid Phosphatase - discontinuedACTHAdrenocorticotrophic hormone, CorticotrophinActivated partial thromboplastin timeAPTTBlueFill tube to line.Activated Protein C ResistanceAPC ResistanceBlueFill tube to line.Active B12HolotranscobalaminYellowAdalimumab Level (and Adalimumab Antibodies)Humira and Humira AntibodiesRedSamples should be taken at drug trough, within 24 hours prior to a dose.ADAMTS13ADAMTS-13 Activity AssayBlueFill tube to line. Send to CHL within 2 hours of collection or separate and freeze plasma.Adenovirus PCR - FaecesViral faecal testsFaecesAdenovirus testing is part of a Gastro PCR screen.Adenovirus PCR - OtherAdenovirus serologyDo not collect - send patient to local hospital laboratory.Viral swabs, Urine (NOT faeces)Test no longer available.18 June 2020
CSCL SPECIMEN COLLECTION GUIDETest NameAlternative NameSpecimen2Special RequirementsADH - refer to Arginine VasopressinAdrenal antibodiesYellowAdrenaline - BloodCatecholaminesN/ADo not collect - send patient to local hospital laboratory.Adrenaline - UrineCatecholamines - urineUrine -24hr Urine bottle (acid or plain) Child: random Urine or6hr collectionMedication history must be noted on request form. If acid bottles being used, warn patient. Note start time and finish time and dates.Adrenocorticotrophic hormoneACTHN/ADo not collect - send patient to local hospital laboratory.AERAlbumin excretion rateUrine - 12hr overnight collection 8pm-8am plain bottlesAFPAlpha-fetoprotein, αFPYellowIndicate if sample is for tumour markers, neural tube defect or maternal serum.AGA - no longer availableAnti-gliadin antibodiesAlAluminiumDark BlueOut of town: send patient to hospital laboratory.AlanineAmino AcidsYellow on iceDeliver to the laboratory within 2hrs on ice - brief clinical history required.Alanine TransaminaseSGPT, alanine amino transferase, GPTALTYellowAFB - Refer to TBAlbumin - BloodYellowAlbumin Creatinine RatioACR, MALB, UALB, Microalbumin / Creatinine spot urine, Microalbumin –timed, Timed microalbumin, Timed urine albuminUrine - random or 24hr collection (plain)Alcohol - UrineUrine EthanolUrine - random collection on iceAlcohol - BloodBlood alcohol, C2H6O, Blood ethanol, Ethanol bloodGreyTake a dedicated Grey tube. DO NOT swab site with an alcohol pad.AldolaseYellowSeparate samples as soon as possible.AldosteroneLavender - Take dedicated tubeCollect and deliver to lab within 3 hours at room temperature.Aldosterone/Renin RatioLavender - Take dedicated tubeCollect and deliver to lab within 3 hours at room temperature.Alkaline PhosphataseAlk PhosALP isoenzymesALPYellowAlpha FetoproteinAFPYellowIndicate if sample is for tumour markers, neural tube defect or maternal serum.Alpha Thalassaemia ScreenAlpha globin gene deletion, α-thalLavenderTake dedicated tube.Alpha-1-antitrypsinA-1-Antitrypsin, A1AYellowALTSGPT, alanine amino transferase, GPTYellowAluminium - BloodAlDark BlueOut of town: send patient to hospital laboratory.Urine - random or 24hr (acid washed) bottles as requestedOccupational Monitoring - collect random urine at end of shift. 24hr collections - collect into special acid washed bottles. Contact Biochemistry.Alkaline Phosphatase isoenzymeYellowAllopurinol ClearanceNot available - serum creatinine (CRE) done instead.Aluminium - UrineAMHAnti Mullerian HormoneYellowSend to the laboratory the same day, centrifuge if availableAmino acids - BloodGlycine, Tyrosine, Alanine, PhenylalanineYellow on iceDeliver to the laboratory within 2hrs on ice - brief clinical history required.Amino acids - UrineOrganic acids - urineUrine - random collection on ice (preferred)Deliver to lab on ice (preferred). For quantitative Cysteine analysis, sample must be acidified 24hrs urine collection.AminophyllineTheophylline, Neulin, Theo-durYellowCollect pre-dose (just prior to patient taking next dose). Note time and date of last dose on form.Aminoterminal pro-peptideP3NP, Type 3 procollagenYellowCollect at centrifuging sites ONLY (before 4pm). Centrifuge as soon as clotted.AmiodaroneAratec / Corderone , Desmethyl-amiodaroneRedCollect pre-dose (just prior to patient taking next dose). Note time and date of last dose on form.AmitryptylineLaroxyl, TryptanolRedCollect 18hrs post dose, note dose, time of dose and time of collection.AmmoniaNH3N/ADo not collect - send patient to local hospital laboratory.Amoeba SerologyEntamoeba histolyticaYellowOnset date of illness desirable.Amoxapine - NOT AVAILABLEAsendinAmphetaminesMetamphetaminesUrine - random collectionCollect dedicated sample. Need 20mL minimum.Amylase - BloodPancreatic amylaseYellowAmylase - UrineDiatase24hr Urine bottle (plain) or random Urine collection acceptableANAANA/ANF, ANF, Anti Nuclear Antibodies, Anti Nuclear Factor, Sjorgen'ssyndrome screen, SLE screenYellow18 June 2020
CSCL SPECIMEN COLLECTION GUIDETest NameAlternative NameSpecimenSpecial RequirementsAnafranilClomipramine, ClopressRedCollect pre-dose (trough level just prior to patient taking next dose).Note time and date of last dose on form.ANCAMPO, anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies, cANCA, pANCA, PR3,Vasculitis screenYellowAndrogen profileYellowIncludes: FSH, LH, prolactin, testosterone, SHBG, FAI.AndrostenedioneYellowSeparate, minimum 0.2mL.ANFANA/ANF, ANF, Anti Nuclear Antibodies, Anti Nuclear Factor, Sjorgen'ssyndrome screen, SLE screenAngelman Syndrome3Yellow2 x LavenderAngiostrongylus SerologyParasite SerologyYellowAngiotensin Converting EnzymeSACE, ACEYellowAnkylosing SpondylitisHLA B27LavenderANPAtrial Natriuretic PeptideAntarctic ScreenRh Kell blood groupPinkAntenatal - FirstFirst antenatal screenPink and Yellow and Lavender x2Anion GapDo not refrigerate.Collect at centrifuging sites only. Needs to be separated within 4 hours of collection.Do not collect - send patient to local hospital laboratory.Antenatal - SecondDo not refrigerate.Do not collect - send patient to local hospital laboratory.Pink and LavenderLabel specimen with full name and DOBAnti - Cyclic Citrullinated AntibodyAnti CCP serology, CCP IgG SerologyYellowAnti Cardiolipin antibodiesAnti-phospholipid antibodies, ACA, cardiolipin antibodies.YellowAnti DAnti-DPinkPreferably take dedicated Pink tube. Label with full name and DOB.Anti Diuretic HormoneADH, AVP, Vasopressin2x LavenderTake dedicated tubes.Anti Glomerular Basement AbAnti-GBMYellowIf marked as URGENT, deliver to lab ASAPAnti mitochondrial antibodiesMitochondrial Abs, AMAYellowAnti Mullerian HormoneAMHYellowAnti Phospholipid AbPhospholipid Ab, anti-cardiolipin antibodies, ACAYellowAnti PneumococcalPneumococcal antibodies, pneumovax 23 IgG and IgMYellowAnti Ro/LASSA, anti-SSAYellowAnti Schistosome antibodiesBilharzia Abs/Serology, Schistosomal Abs/Serology, BilharziasisAbs/Serology, Schistosomal Serology, Schistosomal Abs / serology,Schistosomosis Abs / serologyYellowNOTE: Takes at least 3 months to become positive post exposure.BlueDeliver to the lab within 4 hrs. Out of town: send patient to hospital laboratory. Fill tube to line.Anti-10a (Factor Xa, anti-Xa)Send to the laboratory the same day, centrifuge if availableAntibody Screen / Antenatal Antibody ScreenAntenatal red cell antibodiesPinkLabel specimens with full name and DOB.Antibody Titre (known antibody)Anti-D, Anti-C, Anti-Cw, Anti-E, Anti-c, Anti-Jka, Anti-Fya, Anti-f(ce), Anti-Kell, PinkAnti-SLabel specimens with full name and DOB.Anti-D titreAnti-DPinkLabel specimens with full name and DOB.Anti-DNAse BAnti streptococcal antibodies, DNAse B antibodiesYellowAnti-dsDNADNA, dsDNA AbYellowAnti-endomysial antibodiesEMA, endomysial antibodiesYellowAnti-GADAnti-glutamic acid decarboxylase, GAD antibodiesYellowAnti-GBMAnti-glomerular basement membrance antibodiesYellowAnti-gliadin antibodies - no longer availableGliadin Abs, AGAAnti-glutamic acid decarboxylaseanti-GADYellowAnti-HBcHCBcAb, core antibody, Hep B core antibodyYellowAnti-HbeHBeAb, Hepatitis B e antibodyYellowAnti-HBsHBsAb, hepatitis B surface antibody, hepatitis B immunityYellowAnti-HBsAgHepatitis B surface antigen, hepatitis B infectionYellowAnti-HCVHepatitis C, HCV antibodyYellowAnti-HDVHepatitis D, HDVYellowAnti-I/iCold agglutininsIf marked as URGENT, deliver to lab ASAP.Do not collect - send patient to local hospital laboratory.18 June 2020
CSCL SPECIMEN COLLECTION GUIDETest NameAlternative NameSpecimenAnti-Intrinsic Factor AbIFA, Intrinsic Factor AntibodiesYellowAnti-Jo1 antibodiesYellowAnti-microsomal antibodiesanti-TPO, thyroid antibodiesYellowAnti-myeloperoxidase AbMPOYellowAnti-Neutrophil cytoplasmic antibodiesANCA, cANCA, pANCA, MPO, PR3, vasculitis screenYellowAnti-nuclear FactorANA/ANF, ANF, Anti Nuclear Antibodies, Anti Nuclear Factor, Sjorgen'ssyndrome screen, SLE screenYellowAnti-ovarian antibodiesOvarian antibodiesYellowAnti-parietal cell antibodies4Special RequirementsPart of ENA screen.YellowAnti-platelet antibodiesPlatelet antibody, HPA1a antibodiesAnti-reticulin antibodiesReticulin antibodiesYellowRefer patient to local hospital laboratoryAnti-saccharomyces cerevisiae antibodiesASCA IgA and IgGYellowAnti-smooth muscle antibodyanti-SM, ASMA, smooth muscle abYellowAnti-SSASSA, Ro/La abs, Sjogrens antibodiesYellowAnti-streptolysin-O titreStreptococcal Abs, ASO titreYellowAntithrombin IIIAntithrombin, Thrombin IIIBlue Fill to lineAnti-thyroid antibodiesanti- TPO, anti-TG, anti-microsomal and anti-thyroglobulin antibodiesYellowAnti-trypsinAlpha-1 antitrypsin, A1AT/α1ATYellowAnti-Xa (anti-10A)Factor-10a, Factor XaBlueDeliver to the lab within 4 hrs. Out of town: send patient to hospital laboratory. Fill tube to line.APC ResistanceAPCR, activated Protein C resistanceBlueFill tube to line.Apo EApolipoprotein E, Apo E genotype, Apo E phenotypeLavenderApolipoproteins (A, A1, B)Apo A1, B, ALavenderAPRI ScoreAPTTAPRI Index, AST to Platelet ratio indexActivated partial thromboplastin timeYellow and LavenderBlueFill tube to line.Arbovirus Screen / PCRZika, Dengue, Chikungunya PCRYellow (also collect a Urine only if requested by referrer)Travel history MUST be provided: countries visited together with dates of duration of stay, description of symptoms, date of symptom onset.Arginine VasopressinADH, Vasopressin, anti-diuretic hormone, AVP2x LavenderPatient should not be stressed.Arsenic - urineAsRandom Urine - 20mLMinimum 2mL required, collect at end of working day/week for industrial exposure.Arthritis ScreenRheumatoid screenYellowASCA IgG and IgAanti-saccharomyces cerevisiae antibodiesYellowAscorbic acidVitamin CGreen - on iceanti-streptolysin Abs, streptococcal antibodiesYellowPatient must be on a gluten containing diet for at least 6 weeks prior to testing.Plasma from patients on Warfarin suitable. Samples from patients on unfractionated heparin unsuitable. Deliver to the laboratory within 3hrs.APL - refer to ACA or AnticardiolipinAquaporin Antibodies - see NMO AntibodiesARATAC - refer to AmiodaroneOnly offered at NORTHFIELD due to proximity to lab. Place sample immediately on ice. Send in a red bag. Must reach the lab within 1 hour of collection.Asendin (Amoxapine) - NOT AVAILABLEASMA - see anti-smooth muscle absASOTAspergillus CultureAspergillus IgEVarious microbiologyRAST - AspergillusYellowABPAYellowOnset date of illness desirable.Aspirate CultureAspirateArrive from referrers in syringes, pottles and blood tubes.Aspirate CytologyAspirateAspergillus PCRAspergillus precipitinsRestricted test - not for routine use. Contact Microbiologist.AsprinSalicylic acid, salicylateYellowASTSGOT,GOT, ASATAspartate TransaminaseYellowAtrial Natriuretic PeptideRefer patient to local hospital laboratory.Atypical lymphocytesLavenderAtypical pneumonia screen / serologyYellowPart of CBC.18 June 2020
CSCL SPECIMEN COLLECTION GUIDETest NameAlternative toimmune antibodiesAutoimmune screenYellowAutoclave controlSpore test, sterility checkAutoclave control vialAutosomal dominant hypercalciuric hypocalcaemia gene testAP2S1, CASR, GNA11LavenderAvian PrecipitinBird Fancier's lung, avian antibodiesYellowAzothioprine Level6TGN, 6MMP, 6-mercaptopurineLavenderTake dedicated tube. 5mL whole blood. If 6TGN and 6MMP are both requested, one EDTA sample is sufficient.B. burgdoferii serologyBorrelia serology, Lyme diseaseYellowOnset date of illness desirable.B. pertussis serologyWhooping cough, pertussisYellowFor clinical use ONLY - NOT FOR IMMUNITY TESTING. Date of onset of illness desirable.B.hominisBlasto, Blastocystis hominisFaecesB.pertussis culture - no longer available. Refer to B. pertussisPCRB.pertussis PCR/DNAWhooping cough, BordetellaDry Blue-top Pernasal swab or Orange-top FLOQ swab (dry NO VTM) or Red-top Universal Transport Media (UTM)B12B12, cobalaminYellowB27HLA-B27Lavender5Special RequirementsDedicated tube. Referral form must outline clinical details and indication for testing.AVP - see Arginine vasopressinOnset of illness desirable. Swabs must be collected at GP rooms/medical centres only. Not available at CSCL collection centres. DO NOT TAKE NASOPHARYNGEALSWABS ON INFANTS UNDER 12 MONTHS OLD.Bacterial Culture - see CultureBarbituratesUrine - random collectionCollect dedicated sample. Need 20mL minimum.Bartonella henselae SerologyCat Scratch IgG, Cat Scratch IgM, RochalimaeaBasement membrane Abs (epithelial) - see Skin AutoantibodiesDO NOT CONFUSE WITH GLOMERULAR BASEMENT MEMBRANEANTIBODIESYellowBCR/ABL geneQuantitative PCR for BCR ABL gene, FISH for ph negative CML ReplacesNAP, LAPBence Jones ProteinBence Jones Protein, urine electrophoresis, BJ Protein, BJP, Urine free light Urine - random collectionchainsBenzodiazepines - urineDrug screenUrine - random collection40mL preferred.BenzylpiperazineBZPUrine - random collectionMinimum 20mL.Beta-hydroxybutyrate - see ketonesKetonesBeta -2 microglobulinβ-2 microglobulinBeta -2 Transferrin - see Tau transferrin?CSFBeta-2 glycoproteinB2 glycoprotein, B2GP3 x 4mL LavenderYellowYellowPrefer 1.0 mL serum (absolute minimum 0.5 mL)Beta carotene - see β-CaroteneBicarbonateHCO3Bile acids, bile saltsBile saltsYellowRefer patient to local hospital laboratory.Refrigerate if held overnight.Bilharzia Screen (Blood)Bilharziasis Screen, Schistosomal Screen, Schistosomes screenYellowNote: takes at least 3 months post exposure to become positive.Bilharzia Screen (Faeces)Schistosomes, SchistosomiasisFaecesBilharzia Screen (Urine)Schistosomes, SchistosomiasisUrine - random collectionUrine collection instructions:Specimens should be collected between 12noon and 3:00pm.The entire void (between 12noon and 3:00pm) is recommended however the terminal (end) portion of the stream is the most important (the "final squeeze").Bilirubin - BloodTotal bilirubinYellowPart of Liver function tests.Bilirubin - NEONATALUp to 4 weeks old - SBRYellow - heel prick (plain microcollect) Out of town: Send to local Protect from light, treat paediatric specimens as URGENT. Out of town: send patient to hospital laboratory.hospital labBile pigments (urine) - See Urine Bilirubin / bile pigmentsBilirubin - Urine - Refer to Urine BilirubinBiological testing - Refer to Endoscopes18 June 2020
CSCL SPECIMEN COLLECTION GUIDETest NameAlternative NameSpecimenBird Fancier LungAvian precipitans/Ab'sYellowBJPBence Jones Protein, urine electrophoresis, BJ Protein, BJP, Urine free light Urine - random collectionchainsBK VirusPolyoma VirusBleeding Time - see PFABleeding time not available - refer to Platelet Function Assay / PFA6Special RequirementsLavenderBlood - Urine - Refer to Urine BloodBlood CountCBC, FBC, blood screenBlood cultureLavenderBlood Culture BottlesContact Patient Services for Collection Protocols.Morphology of the Cells, FilmLavenderMust be registered with a CBC.Blood GroupBlood Group and Rh, ABO, RhesusPinkPreferably take dedicated Pink tube. Label specimen with full name and DOB.Blood Group Phenotype/GenotypeBlood group genotypePinkPreferably take dedicated Pink tube. Label specimen with full name and DOB.Blood KaryotypeBlood Leucocyte Karyotype, Chromosomes, KaryotypeGreen (no gel)Take dedicated tube Mon-Thu only. Do not take before a long weekend. Minimum for a child 1-2mL. Ensure tube has not expired.Blood pigmentsHaemoglobin pigmentsYellowSend to lab within 2 hrs.BMTPCHCH Hospital ProfileYellow and GreyIncludes: ELE, CRN, CL, CA, PO4, ALB, BIL, ALP, GGT, ALT, AST, TP, CRP, GLU.BNPBrain natriuretic peptide, N-BNP, Pro BNPLavender on ice - Take dedicated tubePlace the sample on ice and send to the laboratory in a red bag for delivery the same day. Room temperature samples must reach the laboratory within 3 hours.Bone Alkaline PhosphataseOstaseYellowThe BALP test is available by prior arrangement only. See CHL web page for details.Blood filmBlood gasesRefer patient to hospital laboratory.Bone DonorRefer patient to local hospital laboratory.Bone Marrow DonorsRefer patient to local hospital laboratory.Bordetella culture -No longer available. Refer to B.pertussis PCRBordetella PCR/DNA - Refer to B.pertussis PCRBordetella pertussis antibodies/serologyB Pertussis Ab, Pertussis serologyYellowFor clinical use ONLY - NOT FOR IMMUNITY TESTING. Date of onset of illness desirable.Borrelia serologyLyme disease serology, B. Burgdorferi serology, tick-borne fever screenYellowOnset date of illness desirable.Breast cancer gene mutation analysis2 x Lavender (10 mL EDTA)MUST BE REFERRED BY GENETIC SERVICESBrain natriuretic peptide - refer to BNPBRCA 1 and 2Breast Milk Donation BloodsNOT FUNDED BY CDHB. Midwife should refer patient to Rotary Community Breast Milk Bank (funded through donations) ph. 03 375 6281 Otherwise patient must payfor testing.BromideYellowCollect at end of working shift.Bronchoscope - Refer to EndoscopesBrucella screenBrucella serology, Brucella abortus, BrucellosisYellowBuprenrophineTemgesicUrine - random collectionButrylcholinesterase phenotypeCollect dedicated sample. Need 20mL minimum.LavenderBZPBenzylpiperazineUrine - random collectionMinimum 20mL.C. difficileClostridium difficile, Pseudomembranous colitisFaecesRefrigerate until delivered to the laboratory.C1 esterase inhibitorC1 Esterase Inhibitor, C1 Inhibitor level, C1 INH, C1 InhibitorYellowC1Q Binding assayImmune ComplexesYellowC2 H5 OHEthanol, alcohol, ETOHGreyC3 and C4Complement C3, Complement C4YellowCA 125 (ovarian)Full Grey top required. DO NOT use alcohol swab on skin.YellowCA 153 (breast)YellowCA 199 (Gastro)C199YellowCADASILNOTCH3LavenderDedicated tube. Referral form must outline clinical details and indication for testing.Cadmium - BloodCd - bloodDark BlueState if smoker or non-smoker.18 June 2020
CSCL SPECIMEN COLLECTION GUIDETest NameAlternative NameSpecimenCadmium - UrineCd - urineUrine - random iol1,25 Dihydroxy Vitamin DYellowCalcium - BloodCa 2 YellowCalcitoninSpecial RequirementsRefer patient to local hospital laboratory.Calcium - IonisedProtect from light with tinfoil.Do not collect. Send patient to local hospital laboratory.Calcium - Urine (24 hour collect)Urine - 24hr collection in acid bottlesCalcium/Creatinine Ratio - Urine (Random)Random urine collectCalculi7Renal stones, stonesCalprotectin - faecesWarn patient about acid in bottles.StoneFaecesCalreticulin Mutation AnalysisCAL-R SequencingLavenderCannabinoidsMarijuana, THCUrine - random collectionCarbamazepineTegretolYellowCarbohydrate Deficient TransferrinCDTYellowCarboxyhaemoglobin, Carbon MonoxideCO levels, CoHbGreen (no gel)Carcino Embryonic Antigen (bowel)CEAYellowCarcinoid screen5HIAA24hr Urine bottle (acid or plain) or random collection ( 5mL)Cardiac Autoantibodies - No longer availableFBC, blood countYellowCardiac Enzymes/screenCardiac screen, myocardial panelYellowCardiolipin antibodiesAnti-cardiolipin antibody, anti-phospolipid antibody, Cardiolipin, CRD, APAYellowStore at 4 degrees until sent to CHL - Freeze if not sent day of receipt.Keep at room temperature.Collect pre-dose (just prior to patient taking next dose). Note time and date of last dose on form.Carbohydrate antigen 12-5 - see CA 125Carbohydrate antigen 15-3 - see CA 153Carbohydrate antigen 19-9 - see CA 199Carbohydrate antigen 72-4 - see CA 72-4Carnitine - BloodMedication history must be noted on request form. Note start time and finish times. Dietary restrictionsYellowCarnitine - UrineCaroteneTake dedicated tube. Tube should be FULL.Urine - random collectionβ-carotene, Beta-caroteneYellowProtect from light.Cat Scratch DiseaseBartonelle henselae, RochalimaeaYellowOnset date of illness desirable.Catecholamines - UrineAdrenaline, Cats HVA, Dopamine, Noradrenaline, Urine Catecholamines,MetanephrinesUrine -24hr urine bottle (acid or plain) Child: random Urine or 6hr Medication history must be noted on request form. If acid bottles being used, warn patient. Note start time and finish time and dates.collectionCatecholamines -BloodAdrenaline, noradrenalineCBCFBC, blood countLavenderCBGCortisol binding globulinYellowLymphocyte cell markers, T4:T8 ratio2 x LavenderCefazolinCephazolin, CefazolineLavenderCell Markers - BloodLymphocyte cell markers, L1 Immunophenotyping, Surface markers2 x LavenderCollect Monday to Thursday ONLY. Take dedicated tubes. Do not collect before a public holiday. Do not refrigerate.Cellotape preparation?Pinworm, EnterobiusCellotape on slide or folded in Urine pottleContact microbiology for collection instructions.Casts (Urine) - Refer to Urine CastsDo not collect - send patient to local hospital laboratory.Cd - See Cadmium, urine or bloodCD4/CD8Collect Monday to Thursday ONLY. Take dedicated tubes. Do not collect before a public holiday. Do not refrigerate.CEA - see Carcino Embryonic AntigenCasts (Urine) - Refer to Urine CastsCeruloplasminYellowCF mutation analysisCystic fibrosis gene testing, Delta FLavenderCGAChromogranin AYellowTake dedicated tube.18 June 2020
CSCL SPECIMEN COLLECTION GUIDE8Test NameAlternative NameSpecimenSpecial RequirementsCH50Total haemolytic complementYellowSend to the lab same day.Chicken pox serologyChicken pox, Varicella / VZV serology, Varicella IgG, Varicella zoster IgG,Varicella zoster serology, Herpes zoster serology, ShinglesYellowCHL no longer perform IgM testing. For immunity testing ONLY. If acute infection is suspected, and diagnosis cannot be made on clinical grounds, a swab for V. zosterPCR testing should be taken.Chikungunya Virus - PCRArbovirus PCRYellowTravel history MUST be provided: countries visited together with dates of duration of stay, description of symptoms, date of symptom onset.Chikungunya Virus - SerologyChikungunya IgG/IgMYellowTravel history MUST be provided: countries visited together with dates of duration of stay, description of symptoms, date of symptom onset.As per form/request - Bloods, Faeces, MRSA, Other MicroUse panel codes for any CHL research requests (usually on research form with Rxxxx code).Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease - see PMP22 Duplication / DeletionAnalysisChicken pox PCR - Refer to Varicella zosterCHL Research RequestsChlamydia and N.gono DNA/PCRLCX, LCR, NAAT, Neisseria gonorrhoeae PCR/DNA, Chlamydia trachomatis, Hologic APTIMA Multitest Swab or Hologic APTIMA UrineChlamydia swab, STD/STI screenCollection KitRefrigerate if delayed transport to lab.Chlamydia Pneumoniae serologyC. Pneumoniae AbsYellowOnset date of illness desirable.Chlamydia Psittacci SerologyPsitticosis antibodyYellowOnset date of illness edCholecalciferolVitamin D, 25-OH vitamin DYellowCholesterolTotal cholesterolYellowCholinesterase (plasma)OrganophosphatesLavenderTake dedicated tube. If not specified on the request form, add CPL and CHO panels (red cell and plasma)Cholinesterase (red cell)Acetylcholinesterase, OrganophosphatesLavenderTake dedicated tube. If not specified on the request form, add CPL and CHO panels (red cell and plasma)Cholinesterase PhenotypingDibucaine and fluoride inhibition, cholinesterase genotypingLavenderTake dedicated tube.Chorionic gonadotrophin - PregnancyHCG, pregnancy testYellowChorionic gonadotrophin - TumourHCG - tumor markerYellowChromium - BloodCrDark BlueNot suitable for occupational monitoring.Chromium - UrineCrUrine - random collectionIndustrial - collect at end of working week or end of shift. Can also be performed on aspirates (e.g. knee joints).Chlamydia DNA/PCR - Abbott (CHL) swabs onlyChromogranin AChromosome StudiesYellowBlood Leucocyte Karyotype, Chromosomes, KaryotypeChymotrypsinCINGreen (no gel)Take dedicated tube Mon-Thu only. Do not take before a long weekend. Minimum for a child 1-2mL. Ensure tube has not expired.FaecesC1 Esterase Inhibitor, C1 Inhibitor level, C1 INH, C1 InhibitorCitrate - BloodYellowLavenderCitrate - UrineCKCollect 18hrs post dose, note dose, time of dose and time of collection. PROTECT FROM LIGHT.24hr Urine bottle (acid) - contact storesCreatinine Kinase, CPK, Muscle EnzymesYellowCK-muscle, CK brainYellowDeliver to lab ASAP. Warn patients about acid. Note start and finish time and dates.CK Isoenzymes - refer to CKMBCKMB, CKMMCl - refer to ChlorideClass I Tissue TypeHLA-A, HLA-B, HLA-CClass II Tissue TypeHLA-DRCLFTGLFT, LFTCLO TESTRefer patient to local hospital laboratory.Refer patient to local hospital laboratory.YellowChristchurch Hospital Panel Code.Commercial CLO testSurgical Biopsy Material from endoscopy.ClobazamFrisiumRedCollect pre-dose (just prior to patient taking next dose). Note time and date of last dose on the form.ClomipramineDesiprimine, Clopress, Anafranil, Dothepin, Doxepine, Imipramine, Tricyclicantidepressants, Tricyclic ScreenRedCollect pre-dose (trough level just prior to patient taking next dose). Note time and date of last dose on form.ClonazepamRivotrilRedCollect pre-dose (just prior to patient taking next dose). Note time and date of last dose on formClostridium difficile - see C. Difficile18 June 2020
CSCL SPECIMEN COLLECTION GUIDE9Test NameAlternative NameSpecimenSpecial RequirementsClotting screenCoagulation screen, haemostasis screenBlue and LavenderFill tubes to lineClozapineLeponexRedTake dedicated tube. Collect pre-dose or at least 10-15hrs post dose.Note date and time of last dose on form.CMV DNA/PCRCMV viral load2x LavenderTake dedicated tubes. 2x 4mL
CSCL SPECIMEN COLLECTION GUIDE 4 Test Name Alternative Name Specimen Special Requirements Anti-Intrinsic Factor Ab IFA, Intrinsic Factor Antibodies Yellow Anti-Jo1 antibodies Yellow Part of ENA screen. Anti-microsomal antibodies anti-TPO, thyroid antibodies Yellow Anti-myeloperoxidase Ab MPO Yellow Anti-Neutroph
4 ASTM D 4255 Two-Rail Shear Test 4 5 ASTM D 4255 Three-Rail Shear Test 5 6 Iosipescu (V-Notched) Shear Test Fixture and Specimen 6 7 Compact Shear Test Fixture and Specimen 6 8 Orientation of Finite Element Model 8 9 Initial Rectangular Specimen Investigated 10 10 Initial Trapezoidal Specimen Investigated 10 11 Standard Tab Specimen Configuration 12 12 Extended Tab Specimen Configuration 12 .
Specimen Collection Container CytoLyt Solution Biohazard Safety Bag Specimen Collection: 1. Label specimen container with 2 patient identifiers 2. Collect specimen on brush. 3. Cut off brush end and immediately submerge brush in CytoLyt to avoid air-drying effects Specimen Handling: Room temperature if specimen is delivered upon .
4 HOW TO SEND A SPECIMEN TO TOPA: -Use TOPA requisition.-Place specimen in proper fixative.-Label specimen bottle with two patient identifiers, i.e., name and date of birth.Also include specimen source, physician name & collection date. -Call TOPA courier for pick up at (805) 373-8582.If you are already on the TOPA courier's daily route, place specimen in your designated pick-up
Specimen Collection Manual Page 4 of 35 HOW TO SEND A SPECIMEN TO LBM: - Use LBM requisition. - Place specimen in proper fixative. - Label specimen bottle with two patient's identifiers, i.e., name and date of birth. Also include specimen source, physician name & collection date. - Call LBM Client Services courier for pick up at (562) 989-5858 If you are already on the LBM courier's daily .
Tensile Test . The tensile strength was determined by a static tension test in accordance with ASTM D3039. Tensile test specimen (a) (b) (c) The experimental work of the specimen tested (a) specimen before testing (b) yield starts in the specimen (c) specimen breaks after reaching breaking point
Figure 3-Dimensional details of tensile test specimens Three alloy materials 20MnNiMo55, CrMoV and SS304 LN are used for miniature tensile test. As a result of comparison of miniature specimen with standard specimen indicated that UTS value of miniature specimen is 2-4.5 % less than standard specimen and YS value is 0.2-6 % for same.
CAPE Logistics and Supply Chain Syllabus Extract 4 CAPE Logistics and Supply Chain Syllabus 5 CAPE Logistics and Supply Chain Specimen Papers and Mark Schemes/Keys Unit 1, Paper 01 Specimen Paper 55 Unit 1, Paper 02 Specimen Paper 66 Unit 1, Paper 032 Specimen Paper 92 Unit 2, Paper 01 Specimen Paper 110
ISO 14001:2015 – Why was the standard revised? Technically sound basis - should be based on proven management practices or existing scientifically validated and relevant data. Easily understood - should be easily understood, unambiguous, free from cultural bias, easily translatable, and applicable to businesses in general. Free trade - should permit the free trade of goods and .
