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Collect a further blood sample 2 hours after the Polycal drink was started.
Please see Lab Tests Online-UK for more general advice, links and background.
Sample requirements For adults, 5 ml of blood taken into a 5mL gold top tube (rust top for the Acute Unit) For children, blood taken into a 3.5mL
Flow Cytometry Flow Cytometry tests including; Chronic / Low Grade Lymphoproliferative Disease Panels Acute / High Grade Immunophenotyping Panels Lymphocyte
Further tests/investigations will be arranged if needed. Occasionally a patient may be in with the doctor for longer than planned.
Coagulation tests must be performed on samples taken by clean venesection, and filled to the appropriate level (minimum fill line present on BD bottles
Sample requirements For adults, blood taken into an 4mL EDTA tube For children, blood taken into a 2mL EDTA tube Storage/transport Do not store.
Sometimes we may need to take a blood sample or perform other tests before your procedure or surgery.
Reference ranges 0-9 years : <30 U/L 10-17 years: <40 U/L ≥18 years: <67 U/L Further information Lab Tests Online Page last updated: 30/11/2023
Please consult the tests and samples database for the expected turn around time for each type of test.
Please list the tests of particular interest so that some priority can be given to analysis if plasma volumes are small.
We aim to carry out all your tests and treatment on the same day but sometimes this is not appropriate and you will need a follow-up appointment.
Please see Lab Tests Online-UK for more general advice, links and background. Approx 1- 2mL of separated serum (acceptable minimum volume: 100µL).
Blood tests and results
A haematology treatment couch is used for patients who require a physical examination.
Further information To learn more about vitamin A visit Lab Tests Online or NHS.UK Page last updated 24/02/2025
Results for all PCR tests will be uploaded and available through the Sunrise EPR results system throughout the day.