Testing Laboratory
Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland HospitalDepartment
Chemical Pathology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
CEPH
Test Code (Numeric Code)
3022
Laboratory Handling
Separating
Separate immediately and freeze at -20°C
Laboratory
LabPLUS High Performance Liquid Chromatography
Sample Stability
Stable for at least one day at 4°C and at least two weeks at -20°C
Synonyms
Cephalexin, Cefalexin
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)
1
Last updated: 24/08/2026