Testing Laboratory
Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland HospitalDepartment
Chemical Pathology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
UIDD
Test Code (Numeric Code)
0517
Laboratory Handling
Laboratory
LabPLUS Trace Metals
Sample Stability
10 days at 2-8°C
Indefinite if frozen
Synonyms
Iodine - Urine, Urine iodide, iodide
Turnaround Time
2 weeks
Performed weekly
This test may be vetted by the laboratory. Please include relevant clinical information on the request form to ensure appropriate tests are approved. See the 'Clinical Information' section below for more information on the indications for testing.
Specimen Type
- 24hr Urine
- Urine
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- 24hr Urine Container
- Please refer to Additional Information below
Acceptable
- BD Urine Tube (no additive)
- Specimen Container
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
4
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Please refer to Additional Information below
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
2
Pre-testing Requirements
Requests from endocrinologists, O&G specialists and general physicians will be approved
This test may be vetted by a pathologist.
The clinical information for the test must be clearly written on the request form. If clinical information is not provided, or does not provide sufficient justification for the test, the test may be declined.
Declined tests :
If a test is declined, the specimen will be held for a reasonable period (usually 3 weeks but dependant on the stability of the sample). Medical practitioners seeking approval for a declined test should email the on-call Chemical Pathologist ( chemicalpathologist@adhb.govt.nz ) , giving the patient's name and NHI number and the clinical justification for the test. If unable to email, call the on-call Chemical Pathologist via Lablink (09-3078995) and identify yourself as a doctor.
Additional Specimen Information
Random urine or 24 hour collect. No acid.
Last updated: 27/08/2026