05 Mar

GLUCOSE, FLUID

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Test Name

GLUCOSE, FLUID

Aliases

-

Abbreviations

-

Test Classification

INDIVIDUAL

Department

ROUTINE CHEMISTRY

Sub Department

-

TAT Category

BUSINESS (WORKING) TIME

Estimated TAT

3

TAT Units

HOURS

Test Requirements

2ml variable, i.e., pleural fluid, peritoneal/ ascitic fluid, synovial/ joint fluid, etc.

Clinical Utility

Assessment of pleural effusions, joint effusions, ascites and peritonitis.

Last Review

26th Feb 2026
05 Mar

DRUGS OF ABUSE – 5 DRUGS (URINE)

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Test Name

DRUGS OF ABUSE - 5 DRUGS (URINE)

Aliases

5-PANEL DRUG SCREEN, 5-DRUG TEST

Abbreviations

DOA-5, DAU 5

Test Classification

GROUPED TEST

Department

ROUTINE CHEMISTRY

Sub Department

-

TAT Category

BUSINESS (WORKING) TIME

Estimated TAT

2

TAT Units

HOURS

Test Requirements

Spot/ random urine in leak proof container. This test is prone to adulteration (dilution, swapping of samples etc.) by clients undergoing testing. Referring institutions should ensure that there is proper chain of custody. The lab reserves the right to take safeguards against adulteration e.g., requesting sample recollection, supervised collection etc. Test components: Amphetamines, benzodiazepines, cannabinoids (cannabis), cocaine, opiates SHIPPING/ TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS Shipping Temperature: Refrigerated ANALYTE STABILITY Room Temperature: 2 DAYS at 20-25°C │ Refrigerated: 7 DAYS at 2-8°C │ Frozen: 2 WEEKS at -20°C

Clinical Utility

Screening for the presence of illicit or prescription drugs, aiding in detection of substance abuse, compliance monitoring and rehabilitation program adherence. Components: Amphetamines, benzodiazepines, cannabinoids (cannabis), cocaine, opiates (e.g. heroine)

Last Review

26th Feb 2026
05 Mar

PROTEIN, 24 HR URINE

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Test Name

PROTEIN, 24 HR URINE

Aliases

TOTAL PROTEIN 24 HR URINE

Abbreviations

-

Test Classification

GROUPED TEST

Department

ROUTINE CHEMISTRY

Sub Department

-

TAT Category

ELAPSED (CONTINUOUS) TIME

Estimated TAT

120

TAT Units

HOURS

Test Requirements

TOTAL 24 hour urine volume (mL) required; no preservative is required; explain collection instructions [refer to relevant phlebotomy aid (Phleb/Aid7) or lab handbook section on 24 hour urine collection or https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjF-9n0FOrw video]. SHIPPING/ TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS Shipping Temperature: Refrigerated or frozen ANALYTE STABILITY Room Temperature: 1 DAY at 20-25°C │ Refrigerated: 7 DAYS at 2-8°C │ Frozen: 1 MONTH at -20°C

Clinical Utility

Evaluation of proteinuria and renal diseases.

Last Review

26th Feb 2026
05 Mar

URINE REDUCING SUBSTANCES

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Test Name

URINE REDUCING SUBSTANCES

Aliases

-

Abbreviations

-

Test Classification

INDIVIDUAL

Department

ROUTINE CHEMISTRY

Sub Department

-

TAT Category

BUSINESS (WORKING) TIME

Estimated TAT

HOURS

TAT Units

HOURS

Test Requirements

Urine in leak proof container.

Clinical Utility

Testing for non-glucose reducing substances e.g. galactose in urine in suspected galactosemia. Glucose as a reducing substance can be evaluated by specific urine testing. A negative glucose dipstick result & positive urine reducing substances result is consistent with presence if non-glucose reducing substances e.g. galactose, lactose, fructose, maltose etc.

Last Review

26th Feb 2026
05 Mar

COPPER, SERUM

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Test Name

COPPER, SERUM

Aliases

-

Abbreviations

CU, CU2+

Test Classification

INDIVIDUAL

Department

ROUTINE CHEMISTRY

Sub Department

-

TAT Category

BUSINESS (WORKING) TIME

Estimated TAT

96

TAT Units

HOURS

Test Requirements

Metal free tube i.e. Royal blue-top (EDTA) tube or royal blue-top without EDTA. Separate plasma/ serum within 2 hours of collection and keep at ambient/ refrigerated/ frozen temperature. SHIPPING/ TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS Shipping Temperature: Refrigerated ANALYTE STABILITY Room Temperature: 2 weeks at 20-25°C │ Refrigerated: 2 weeks at 2-8°C │ Frozen: 1 year at -20°C

Clinical Utility

Wilson's disease, Menkes disease, primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC), primary sclerosing cholangitis etc.

Last Review

26th Feb 2026
05 Mar

CREATINE KINASE

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Test Name

CREATINE KINASE

Aliases

-

Abbreviations

CK, CPK

Test Classification

INDIVIDUAL

Department

ROUTINE CHEMISTRY

Sub Department

-

TAT Category

Place HolderELAPSED (CONTINUOUS) TIME

Estimated TAT

7

TAT Units

DAYS

Test Requirements

Serum in plain tube (red top) or SST tube (yellow top) or in a separation vial. Centrifuge tubes within 1 hour. Separate centrifuged serum in plain tubes within 1 hour. It is photosensitive therefore should be covered in aluminium foil. SHIPPING/ TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS Shipping Temperature: Refrigerated ANALYTE STABILITY Room Temperature: 4hrs at 20-25°C │ Refrigerated: 1 month at 2-8°C │ Frozen: 1 MONTH at -20°C

Clinical Utility

Diagnose and monitor muscle diseases, injury, infarction or damage.

Last Review

26th Feb 2026
05 Mar

METABOLIC PROFILE, COMPREHENSIVE (CMP)

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Test Name

METABOLIC PROFILE, COMPREHENSIVE (CMP)

Aliases

COMPREHENSIVE METABOLIC PROFILE

Abbreviations

CMP

Test Classification

PANEL (PACKAGES)

Department

ROUTINE CHEMISTRY

Sub Department

-

TAT Category

BUSINESS (WORKING) TIME

Estimated TAT

3

TAT Units

HOURS

Test Requirements

Serum and fluoride plasma. Refer to individual test components for further details. Adhere to order of draw during sample collection. Venipuncture order of draw is elaborated here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-w7X8G8z40 Components: UEC, random blood glucose, calcium, total protein, albumin, AST, ALT, alkaline phosphatase

Clinical Utility

Extends the Basic Metabolic Profile (BMP) by including liver enzymes and protein levels. It provides a broader assessment of metabolic health, liver and kidney function, electrolyte balance, and nutritional status. This more detailed panel aids in diagnosing, monitoring, and managing a wider range of conditions and overall health. The CMP is particularly useful for evaluating chronic diseases, assessing medication effects, screening for metabolic disorders, and guiding treatment decisions across various medical specialties. It's often used in routine check-ups and pre-surgical evaluations.

Last Review

26th Feb 2026
05 Mar

50G GLUCOSE LOADING TEST (O’SULLIVAN)

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Test Name

50G GLUCOSE LOADING TEST (O'SULLIVAN)

Aliases

GLUCOSE CHALLENGE TEST, ONE-HOUR GESTATIONAL DIABETES SCREENING TEST

Abbreviations

GCT

Test Classification

PANEL (PACKAGES)

Department

ROUTINE CHEMISTRY

Sub Department

-

TAT Category

BUSINESS (WORKING) TIME

Estimated TAT

3

TAT Units

HOURS

Test Requirements

NO fasting required; for pregnant women only; collect baseline (random) glucose sample; load with 55g glucose monohydrate (=50g anhydrous glucose); collect another sample 1hour post load

Clinical Utility

Screening of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)

Last Review

26th Feb 2026
05 Mar

BENZODIAZEPINES

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Test Name

BENZODIAZEPINES

Aliases

BENZOS, DOWNERS

Abbreviations

BZO

Test Classification

INDIVIDUAL

Department

ROUTINE CHEMISTRY

Sub Department

-

TAT Category

BUSINESS (WORKING) TIME

Estimated TAT

2

TAT Units

HOURS

Test Requirements

Spot/ random urine in leak proof container. This test is prone to adulteration (dilution, swapping of samples etc.) by clients undergoing testing. Referring institutions should ensure that there is proper chain of custody. The lab reserves the right to take safeguards against adulteration e.g., requesting sample recollection, supervised collection etc. SHIPPING/ TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS Shipping Temperature: Refrigerated ANALYTE STABILITY Room Temperature: 2 DAYS at 20-25°C │ Refrigerated: 7 DAYS at 2-8°C │ Frozen: 2 WEEKS at -20°C

Clinical Utility

Screening for the presence of illicit or prescription drugs, aiding in detection of substance abuse, compliance monitoring and rehabilitation program adherence.

Last Review

26th Feb 2026
05 Mar

TRANSFERRIN

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Test Name

TRANSFERRIN

Aliases

-

Abbreviations

Tf

Test Classification

INDIVIDUAL

Department

ROUTINE CHEMISTRY

Sub Department

-

TAT Category

ELAPSED (CONTINUOUS) TIME

Estimated TAT

7

TAT Units

DAYS

Test Requirements

2ml serum, plain red-top tube or serum separator tube (SST). SHIPPING/ TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS Shipping Temperature: Refrigerated ANALYTE STABILITY Room Temperature: 4 MONTHS at 20-25°C │ Refrigerated: 8 MONTHS at 2-8°C │ Frozen: 6 MONTHS at -20°C

Clinical Utility

Assess iron balance and a direct measure of the iron binding capacity.

Last Review

26th Feb 2026
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