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SAMPLE COLLECTION
Proper specimen collection is crucial to ensure the accuracy of test results.
For a detailed guide on the appropriate methods for the collection of all types of specimen, please view the Specimen Collection & Handling section of our Service Catalogue. The instructions contained therein are clear and easy to follow.
Request forms must include the following information:
- Full name of patient
- Patient’s identification number (NRIC/passport no.)
- Date of birth
- Sex
- Source of specimen (if not blood)
- Initial/signature of requesting doctor
- Date and time of collection
- Name of the patient’s attending doctor/consultant
- Other relevant information, e.g. I.V. drugs administered
On the request form, please indicate clearly what test(s) is/are required so that specimen(s) can be processed promptly.
Specimen Collection Containers
Speciment Collection Hotline: 6277-0221 / 6277-0222
Order of Draw
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* Blood culture bottles to be drawn (if required) before blood tubes
* Trace Element: If using serum trace Element tube with clot activator please collect after serum tubes
* Use 2 identifiers for patient identification
* Maximum tourniquet time: not more than one minute
* Sites to avoid taking blood: fistula arm, mastectomy site, IV drip or burn sites
* Always wear a new pair of gloves
Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute CLSI Sixth Edition, Reference to GP41-A6, Vol.27, No.26