Testing Laboratory
Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland HospitalDepartment
Chemical Pathology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
CLOB
Test Code (Numeric Code)
846
Laboratory Handling
Separating
Centrifuge and separate blood as soon as possible after collection.
Laboratory
LabPLUS Toxicology
Sample Stability
Stable for at least one week at 2-8°C and one month at -20°C
Synonyms
Benzodiazepines
Turnaround Time
1 week
Performed Weekly.
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
Additional Specimen Information
Tubes containing gel (SST and PST) are NOT acceptable
Last updated: 06/08/2026