Testing Laboratory
Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland HospitalDepartment
Chemical Pathology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
POSZ
Test Code (Numeric Code)
3962
Laboratory Handling
Transport
Refrigerate and transport at 4°C
Separating
Separate on arrival
Laboratory
LabPLUS High Performance Liquid Chromatography
Sample Stability
Serum samples stable for up to two months at 4°C
Associated Tests
Synonyms
Antifungal, Posaconazole (Serum/Plasma)
Turnaround Time
4 days
TAT Between 4 days and 1 week
Batches performed twice per week. (Usually Tues/Thurs).
For urgent requests please contact the on-call Chemical Pathologist
Specimen Type
- Plasma
- Serum
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Plain (Red Top)
Acceptable
- Lithium Heparin - Non-gel (Green Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
4
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Plain(Microtainer)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
0.5
Pre-testing Requirements
Please state dose, dose interval and time of last dose on request form
Additional Specimen Information
Tubes containing gel (SST and PST) are NOT acceptable
Last updated: 24/08/2026