Testing Laboratory
Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland HospitalDepartment
Chemical Pathology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
Alpha Code: SNAK - Renal function: Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, Numeric Code: 0116
Alpha Code: SCRE - Creatinine, Numeric Code: 0105
Laboratory Handling
Phlebotomy
The basic Kidney Function Profile contains the following tests:
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Creatinine
- Chloride
Sample Stability
See individual tests
Associated Tests
Synonyms
Renal Profile Test, Renal profile, Kidney function tests
Turnaround Time
3 hours
Specimen Type
- Plasma
- Serum
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Lithium Heparin PST- Gel (Light Green Cap)
Acceptable
- Lithium Heparin - Non-gel (Green Cap)
- Plain (Red Top)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
5
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
4.5
No of Samples Required
1
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Lithium Heparin PST- Gel (Light Green Cap)
Acceptable
- Lithium Heparin - Non-gel (Green Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
2.5
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
0.5
Additional Specimen Information
0.5 mL Paediatric Microtainer PST Blood (Preferred)
2.5 mL Paediatric Microtainer Heparin Blood
Last updated: 23/09/2026