Testing Laboratory
Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland HospitalDepartment
Chemical Pathology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
SMAN
Test Code (Numeric Code)
0355
Laboratory Handling
Laboratory
LabPLUS Trace Metals
Sample Stability
Separated plasma 10 days at 2-8°C
Indefinite if frozen
Turnaround Time
2 weeks
Test performed on weekdays
Specimen Type
- Plasma
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Lithium Heparin - Non-gel (Green Cap)
Acceptable
- Lithium Heparin PST- Gel (Light Green Cap)
- Trace Element (Royal Blue Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
4
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Heparin (Microtainer)
Acceptable
- Lithium Heparin PST- Gel (Light Green Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
1
Last updated: 27/08/2026