Department
Chemical Pathology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
SPRO
Test Code (Numeric Code)
0108
Laboratory Handling
Sample Stability
7 days 2-8°C
Synonyms
Total Protein, TP
Turnaround Time
2 hours
Available 24 hours
Specimen Type
- Plasma
- Serum
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Lithium Heparin PST- Gel (Light Green Cap)
Acceptable
- Heparin (Microtainer)
- Plain (Red Top)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
4
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
0.4
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Lithium Heparin PST- Gel (Light Green Cap)
Acceptable
- Heparin (Microtainer)
- Plain (Red Top)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
4
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
0.4
Last updated: 04/08/2026