Synonyms |
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Clinical
Indications |
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Low albumin levels (usually less
than 25 g/L) may be associated with oedema. High concentrations are rare and usually
iatrogenic.
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Part of
Profile |
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Liver Function
Test, Bone.
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Request Form |
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Combined Pathology Blood form
(Yellow/Black)
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Availability |
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On request.
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Specific
Criteria |
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None
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Turnaround
Time |
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Same day
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Specimen |
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Serum
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Volume |
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2 ml
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Container |
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Yellow top (SST) tube
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Collection |
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Stasis during venepuncture will
falsely elevate results.
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Causes for
Rejection |
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Unlabelled sample
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Reference
Range |
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Adult: 35 - 50 g/L.
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Critical Difference |
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5 g/L at level of 40 g/L (13%)
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