Testing Laboratory
Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland HospitalDepartment
Haematology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
DHR
Test Code (Numeric Code)
1942
Laboratory Handling
Phlebotomy
Tested Monday - Friday, samples must be receipted into Labplus 1400 (2PM) Friday or on the day prior to public holiday.
Transport
Transport at ambient temperature (8-24°C).
Registration
Please register test code DHR.
Test Adds Requirement
EDTA blood sample, minimum 0.5ml, within 6-hours post collection.
Sample Stability
Samples must be tested on the same day as collection.
Synonyms
DHR
Turnaround Time
24 hours
Tested Monday - Friday, samples must be received into Labplus by 1400-hours (2pm).
Specimen Type
- Whole Blood
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- EDTA (Lavender Cap)
Acceptable
- EDTA (Microtainer)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
1
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
0.5
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- EDTA (Lavender Cap)
Acceptable
- EDTA (Microtainer)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
1
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
0.5
Additional Specimen Information
Samples must be tested on day of collection, and must be received in LabPlus by 1400 hrs.
Last updated: 17/04/2026