Plasma Free Haemoglobin (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Plasma Free Haemoglobin (Blood)

Alternate Names	Pl Hb, Pl HGB, PLHB, plasma free haemoglobin, Plasma Free Hb, Plasma Haemoglobin Quantitation
Test Code	PLHB
Testing Laboratory	Biochemistry
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	Lithium Heparin - No Gel (Green Top)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	NB: NATA/RCPA accreditation does not cover the performance of this service. Assay has not been validated for clinical use. Test results outside of accreditation scope. This test is not routinely offered. This test is primarily offered for patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Contact laboratory on 03 9496 3100.
Collection Instructions	Instructions for: Austin Health Clinical Teams (Clinicians & Nurses) Collect specimen without using tourniquet. Do not evacuate blood directly into a vacutainer as aspiration and mixing within the tube may cause unnecessary haemolysis. Blood should be collected slowly with a needle and syringe. The vacutainer should be uncapped and the blood is then dispensed slowly down the side of the tube. When the sample is full, the tube should be recapped firmly and mixed slowly by inversion. This sample is not to be sent via the Pneumatic Tube System.
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	As Required
Min Test Volume	1mL
Add On Test Suitability	Add ons for this test cannot be performed.

Container ID	LH, LHW, EW, EWP, CH, LHNG
CSR Instructions	Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception Register sample as per normal procedures. Treat sample gently and with care. Once sample is registered, centrifuge and then transfer directly to a biochemistry scientist.
Laboratory Instructions	Instructions for: Heidelberg Biochemistry Front load sample for performance of a haemolysis index. Results will transfer to LIS automatically. Consult pathologist or senior scientist if required.
Accredited Test	No

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