Testing Laboratory
Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland HospitalDepartment
Chemical Pathology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
SBMG
Test Code (Numeric Code)
3124
Laboratory Handling
Sample Stability
3 days at 15-25°C, 3 days at 2-8°C, 6 months at -20°C
Associated Tests
Synonyms
B2MG, B2 Microglobulin, B2
Turnaround Time
1 week
Specimen Type
- Plasma
- Serum
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- SST II (Gold Cap)
Acceptable
- Lithium Heparin - Non-gel (Green Cap)
- Lithium Heparin PST- Gel (Light Green Cap)
- Plain (Red Top)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
5
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
3.5
No of Samples Required
1
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Plain (Red Top)
Acceptable
- Lithium Heparin PST- Gel (Light Green Cap)
- SST II (Gold Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
0.5
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
0.5
Additional Specimen Information
0.5 mL Paediatric Microtainer Plain Blood (Preferred)
0.5 mL Paediatric Microtainer PST Blood
0.5 mL Paediatric Microtainer SST Blood
Last updated: 23/07/2026