Specimen Collection Instructions

COLLECTION INSTRUCTIONS

|TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS 1,25-Dihydoxycholecalciferol Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. 1,25-Dihydroxy Vitamin D Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. 16S rRNA PCR (Ribosomal RNA Referred Specimens Blood/ Fluid/Tissue Sterile Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. gene sequence) Container Patient payment consent required. 17 Ketosteroids (Urine) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative 17-Hydroxy Progesterone Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Specimen ideally collected between 8am & 10am. 17-OH P Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Specimen ideally collected between 8am & 10am. 17-OH Progesterone Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Specimen ideally collected between 8am & 10am. 25 (OH) D Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold 25 (OH) D3 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold 25-Hydroxy Cholecalciferol Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold 25-Hydroxy Vitamin D Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold 5 HIAA (5-Hydroxy Indole Acetic Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish Acid) collection bottle with acid date / time on request form.Dietary restrictions apply for preservative 2 days prior & during test - walnuts, tomatoes, bananas, pineapple, avocado, red plums, egg plant & kiwi fruit.

5 SRT (Serotonin) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Tumour marker - carcinoid tumour.

5-HT (Serotonin) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Tumour marker - carcinoid tumour.

5-Hydroxy Indole Acetic Acid Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish (Serotonin) collection bottle with acid date / time on request form.Dietary restrictions apply for preservative 2 days prior & during test - walnuts, tomatoes, bananas, pineapple, avocado, red plums, egg plant & kiwi fruit.

5-Nucleotidase Test no longer available. 6TGN & 6MMP Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only.

A 1 Antitrypsin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold A1A Genotyping Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. A1A Phenotyping Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

A1AT Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold A4 (Androstenedione) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold AB screen (Antibody Screen) Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. ABG (Arterial Blood Gases) Biochemistry Blood/Blood gas syringe ABO Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. ABO & Antibodies Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form.

Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 2 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS ABO & RH Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. ABO & RH Antibodies Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. ABO & RH isohaemagglutins Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. ABO & RH status Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. ABO & RHESUS Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. ABO & Rhesus Antibodies Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 3 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS ABO group Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. ABO phenotype Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. Acanthocytes Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Please mark as 'Urgent' and send to Heidelberg. Please advise haematology (Ph: 9244 0481) of the request and provide the patient details. Dedicated EDTA required.

Acathamoeba PCR Referred Specimens Swab/Sterile container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. ACE (Angiotensin Converting Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Enzyme) ACE (CSF) Biochemistry

Acetone (Solvent Screen) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Please provide exposure and occupation details.

Acetylcholine Receptor Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Diagnosis of Myasthenia Gravis and disease monitoring Antibodies Acid Base (Capillary) Biochemistry Acid Elution for Foetal Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 2mL tube Light Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling Haemoglobin requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. Acid Fast Bacilli (AFB) Culture Microbiology Sputum, Urine, Tissue/Sterile Microscopy - 2 days (not performed on urine specimens). container Culture - majority provisionally identified within 2 weeks (up to 12 weeks). ACLA (Anti Cardiolipin Antibodies) Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold

ACP (Anti citrullinated peptide Ab) Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold

Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 5 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS ACPA (Anti citrullinated peptide Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Ab) ACR (Albumin Creatinine Ratio) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Dr to specify timing of collection. ACTH Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen ideally collected between 8am & 10am. ACTH Stimulation test Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Test performed by appointment in hospital based collection centres. Actin autoantibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Activated Partial Thromboplastin Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Full tube collection. Time (APTT) Activated Protein C Resistance Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Full tube collection. Active B12 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Acyl Carnitine-Adult Referred Specimens Blood spot/Guthrie card BLOOD SPOT SAMPLE REQUIRED. Please note: Card must be completely air dried and transported in a paper bag or envelope. Acyl Carnitine-Neonatal Referred Specimens Blood spot/Guthrie card HEEL PRICK SAMPLE REQUIRED. Please note: Card must be completely air dried and transported in a paper bag or envelope. ADAG Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Adalimumab Serology Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. ADAMTS-13 Referred Specimens Blood/Sodium citrate tube Full tube collection. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non- rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Adenosine Deaminase Referred Specimens Sterile Container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Adenovirus Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Adenovirus PCR Referred Specimens Swab/Dry swab

Adrenal tissue antibody Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Adrenaline (Plasma) Referred Specimens Not recommended due to instability. Preferred specimen is 24hr urine Catecholamines.24 hour urine catecholamine measurement is the standard test for phaeochromocytoma. Plasma catecholamines are unstable and difficult to measure. Adrenaline (Urine) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish collection bottle with acid date / time on request form.Test for phaeochromocytoma preservative and childhood neuroblastoma. Adrenocorticotrophic Hormone Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen ideally collected between 8am & 10am. AER (Albumin Excretion Rate) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form.Dr to specify timing of preservative collection. Aetiocholanolone Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative AFB-Sputum (Acid Fast Bacilli) Microbiology Sputum/Sterile container x 3 Collect early morning specimens. Sputum in sterile containers on 3 consecutive days. AFB-Urine (Acid Fast Bacilli) Microbiology Urine/Sterile container x 3 Collect early morning specimens. Urine in sterile containers on 3 consecutive days. AFP (Alpha Feto Protein) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold

Al (Urine) (Aluminium) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative ALAD (Blood) Test no longer available. ALAD (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Protect from light by foil wrapping. Spot urine specimen only. Alanine Aminotransferase Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold ALAT Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Alb Creat Ratio Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Dr to specify timing of collection. Albumin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Albumin / Creatinine ratio Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Dr to specify timing of collection. Please note start date / time and finish date / time on request form. Albumin Excretion Rate (Urine) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form.Dr to specify timing of preservative collection. Alcohol (Medico-Legal) This test is not available at Dorevitch Pathology. Please direct patients to ACL(Ex HSP) Pathology. Alcohol (Non-Legal) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Alcohol (Urine) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Aldolase Test no longer available. Aldosterone Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen ideally collected between 8am & 10am.Requires a dedicated EDTA tube. Aldosterone (Urine) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Aldosterone / Renin Ratio Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen ideally collected between 8am & 10am.Requires a dedicated EDTA tube. Aldrin Test no longer available. Alkaline phosphatase Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold

Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 8 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS Alkaline phosphatase fractionation Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Test to determine nature of unexplained elevation of alkaline phosphatase. Alkaline phosphatase isoenzymes Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Test to determine nature of unexplained elevation of alkaline phosphatase. Alkaptonuria (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container

Allegron Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Allergy testing (RAST) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold ALP Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold ALP Isoenzymes Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Test to determine nature of unexplained elevation of alkaline phosphatase. Alpha 1 Antitrypsin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Alpha 1 Antitrypsin Clearance Biochemistry Blood/SST tube, Faeces/Faeces Gold Faeces collected over a timed period of 24, 48 or 72 container hours. Alpha 1 Antitrypsin Genotype Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. (Blood) Patient payment consent required. Alpha 1 Antitrypsin Phenotype Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Alpha 1 Phenotyping Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Alpha Feto Protein Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Alpha Feto Protein Subfractions Test no longer available. Alpha Galactosidase Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Alpha Interferon Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Alpha Synuclein Mutations Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

Alpha Thalassaemia Genetic Test Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube, Lavender, 20ml of EDTA blood is required. Blood/SST tube Gold

Aluminium (Urine) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative AMA (Anti Mitochondrial Immunology Blood/SST tube Antibodies) AMH Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Amikacin Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose.

Amino Acid Screen (Plasma / Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Blood) Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Amino Acids Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Amino Laevulinic Acid Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Protect from light by foil wrapping.

Amino Laevulinic Acid Test no longer available. Dehydratase Aminoglutethimide Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container

Aminophylline Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Note time and date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred, but if peak levels are requested the specimen should be collected 3 - 6 hours post dose. Amiodarone Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Ammonia-Blood Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Ammonia-Urine Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Spot specimen NOT acceptable. collection bottle with no Please note start date / time and finish date / time on preservative request form. Amniotic Fluid for Chromosomes Referred Specimens

Amoeba (Faecal Examination) Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Only 2 samples can be processed per 7 days. Amoebic Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Amphetamines (Urine-Screen) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Urine is the preferred specimen for drug analysis. Chain of custody documents must be completed in all medico- legal cases. Confirmation of patient identity (photo Id), direct observation of urine collection, temperature sensor in the urine container and tamper proof seals are required in some situations. Urine specimens are first subjected to a series of immunoassays to detect different groups of drugs (eg - benzodiazepines, opiates). If one or more groups are positive, further confirmatory testing can be done by gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GC- MS). Urine creatinine concentration is measured to test for excessive dilution of urine specimens.

Amy (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Amylase (Pancreatic) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Amylase (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Amylase Isoenzymes Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Amylase-Urine Test no longer available. Amylobarbitone Test no longer available.

Anal swab Microbiology Swab in transport medium ANCA (Anti Neutrophil Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Cytoplasmic Antibodies) Androgen Metabolites (Urine) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Androgen Profile Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Androgens (Urine) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Androstenedione Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Androsterone Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative ANF (Anti Nuclear Factor) Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Angelman Syndrome Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Ankylosing Spondylitis Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

Antenatal Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Anti Adrenal Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Anti B2 Glycoprotein Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Anti DNA Antibodies Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Initial diagnosis based on a positive ANA (anti nuclear antibodies) and / or positive antibodies to DNA. Rheumatoid factor and extractable nuclear Antigen can also aid investigation. Please specify all tests required.

Anti DNA Factor / DNA Binding Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Initial diagnosis based on a positive ANA (anti nuclear antibodies) and / or positive antibodies to DNA. Rheumatoid factor and extractable nuclear Antigen can also aid investigation. Please specify all tests required.

Anti DNAse B Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Anti ENA (Extractable Nuclear Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Antigen) Anti Filllagrin Antibodies Test no longer available. Anti GAD Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Anti Intercellular Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Anti Jo Antibodies Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Anti Liver / Kidney Microsomal Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Marker of auto-immune hepatitis. Antibodies Anti LKM Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Marker of auto-immune hepatitis.

Anti MAG Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold REF WK: SEND TO SAN

Anti Motor End Plate Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Diagnosis of Myasthenia Gravis and disease monitoring

Anti Mullerian Hormone Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Anti Myocardial Antibody Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Anti Neuronal Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Anti Neutrophil Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red

Anti Neutrophil Cytoplasmic Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Antibodies (ANCA) Anti Nuclear Antibodies (ANA) Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold

Anti Parietal Cell Antibodies Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Anti Phospholipid Antibodies Haematology Blood/SST tube, Sodium citrate Gold, Light Full tube collection.Specimen is unstable and requires tube x 3 Blue transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Anti Platelet Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube, EDTA Red, 10mL tube Lavender Anti Reticulin Antibodies Test no longer available. Anti RNP Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Anti Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Antibodies Anti SCL-70 Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Anti Sperm Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Anti Streptolysin O Titre (ASOT) Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Anti Striated Muscle Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Anti Thrombin-3 Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Full tube collection.Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Anti Thyroid Peroxidase Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Antibodies Anti TPO Antibodies Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Anti Transglutaminase Antibodies Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold

Anti Xa Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue It is essential the type of heparin treatment is recorded on the request. For LMWH's the recommended collection time is 3 - 5 hours after drug administration. Please notify Haematology of collection. Ph: 9244 0483.

Anti Yo Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold #REF!

APC Resistance (Activated Protein Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Full tube collection. C Resistance) Apixaban Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue It is essential the type of heparin treatment is recorded on the request. For LMWH's the recommended collection time is 3 - 5 hours after drug administration. Please notify Haematology of collection. Ph: 9244 0483.

Apo A1 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Fasting sample preferred. Apo B Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Fasting sample preferred. Apo E Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

ARA H2 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Arachidonic Acids Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Fasting sample preferred.

Arbovirus PCR Molecular Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Arbovirus Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Available serology includes Ross River Virus, Barmah Forest Virus and Dengue virus. It is a Medicare requirement that viruses be listed individually on the request form. Blood samples should be taken on presentation and 14 to 21 days after disease onset. Arixtra anti-Xa level Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue It is essential the type of heparin treatment is recorded on the request. For LMWH's the recommended collection time is 3 - 5 hours after drug administration. Please notify Haematology of collection. Ph: 9244 0483.

Arsenic (Blood) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy Toxicity testing.

Arsenic (Hair) Referred Specimens Hair/Sterile container Must collect at least 50 hairs with root intact from scalp.

Arsenic (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Exposure testing.

Arsenic (Urine-24hr) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine collection bottle with no preservative Arterial Blood Gases (ABG) Blood/Blood gas syringe As (Blood) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy Toxicity testing.

As (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Exposure testing.

ASCA Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Ascitic Fluid Micro & Culture Microbiology Fluid/Sterile container Ascorbic Acid (Serum) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Protect from light by foil wrapping.Specimen is unstable and requires immediate processing. Collection to be performed at a Dorevitch centre. Ashkenazi Jewish Mutation Screen Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.Pre-test genetic counselling required for genetic testing, Patients can only be referred through a clinical genetics service, Patients with Ashkenazi Jewish ancestory and personal and/or family history of breast cancer

ASOT (Anti Streptolysin O Titre) Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Aspartate Aminotransferase Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Aspergillus Culture Microbiology Sputum/Sterile container Aspergillus PCR Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4ml tube x 3 Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Aspirate Micro & Culture Microbiology Fluid/Sterile container Aspirin Biochemistry Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

AST Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold AT (Antithrombin) Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Full tube collection.Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. AT 3 (Antithrombin 3) Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Full tube collection.Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. AT III Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Full tube collection.Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. A-Tocopherol Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Fasting sample preferred.Protect from light by foil wrapping.Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Atypical Pneumonia Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Austyn Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Note time and date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred, but if peak levels are requested the specimen should be collected 3 - 6 hours post dose. Auto Antibodies Screen Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Autohaemolysis Test no longer available. Autologous Cross Match Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form.

Azathioprine metabolites Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only.

B1 (Vitamin) Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen is unstable and requires light protection and transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. B12 (Vitamin) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold B19 Parvovirus Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Slapped Cheek Syndrome.IgG antibodies are used to assess immunity while presence of IgM antibodies indicates a recent or current infection. B2 (Vitamin) Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen is unstable and requires light protection and transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. B2 Glycoprotein Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

B2 Microglobulin (CSF) Referred Specimens

B2 Microglobulin (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold B2 Microglobulin (Urine) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Patient should empty bladder then drink 250mL of water. Collect urine within the next hour. B27 (HLA B27) Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

B6 (Vitamin) Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen is unstable and requires light protection and transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Baby Bilirubin-Neonate / Baby Biochemistry Blood/Paediatric SST tube Amber Please provide clinical details. Heel prick or venipuncture sample. Paediatric container must be at least half full.

Band-3 testing Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only. Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Banded Chromosomes Analysis Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Lavender, 4mL tube Dark Green

Barium (Blood) Test no longer available. Barmah Forest Virus IgG / IgM Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Bartonella Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Basement Membrane Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

BCL 1 Gene Rearrangement Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 2mL tube Light Pink Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. BCL 1 Gene Rearrangement Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. BCL 1 Gene Rearrangement Referred Specimens Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. BCL 2 Gene Rearrangement Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 2mL tube Light Pink Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. BCL 2 Gene Rearrangement Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. BCL 2 Gene Rearrangement Referred Specimens Tissue/Sterile container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. BCR-ABL Gene Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 2mL tube Light Pink Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only.

BCR-ABL Rearrangement Study Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 2mL tube Light Pink Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only.

BCR-ABL Rearrangement Study Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only.

Bence Jones Proteins (Urine) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container An early morning collection is preferred. Benzene Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Please provide exposure and occupation details. Benzodiazepines (Urine-Screen) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Urine is the preferred specimen for drug analysis. Chain of custody documents must be completed in all medico- legal cases. Confirmation of patient identity (photo Id), direct observation of urine collection, temperature sensor in the urine container and tamper proof seals are required in some situations. Urine specimens are first subjected to a series of immunoassays to detect different groups of drugs (eg - benzodiazepines, opiates). If one or more groups are positive, further confirmatory testing can be done by gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GC- MS). Urine creatinine concentration is measured to test for excessive dilution of urine specimens.

Beryllium (Blood) Test no longer available. Beryllium (Urine-24hr) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine collection bottle with no preservative Beta Interferon Test no longer available. Beta Transferrin Referred Specimens Fluid/Sterile container Test for CSF contamination of nasal fluids, etc. Please provide clinical details. Note fluid site on specimen container and request form. Beta-2 Transferrin Referred Specimens Fluid/Sterile container Test for CSF contamination of nasal fluids, etc. Please provide clinical details. Note fluid site on specimen container and request form.

Beta-2-Microglobulin (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Beta-2-Microglobulin (Urine) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Patient should empty bladder then drink 250mL of water. Collect urine within the next hour. Beta-Endorphin Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Must be early morning collection.

BHCG Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold BHCG (Qualitative) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold BHCG (Quantitative) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold B-Hydroxybutyrate (Ketones) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Bicarbonate Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Bile Acids Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Criteria applies.

Bile Salts Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Criteria applies.

Bilharzia (Schistosoma Serology) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Bilharzia (Urine) Microbiology Urine/Sterile container Biliary Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Marker of auto-immune hepatitis.

Bilirubin (Adult) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Bilirubin (Conjugated) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Bilirubin (Cord Blood) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Bilirubin (Neonatal) Biochemistry Blood/Paediatric SST tube Amber Please provide clinical details. Heel prick or venipuncture sample. Paediatric container must be at least half full.

Bilirubin (Total) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Biotin Test no longer available.

Bisacodyl (Urine-Screen) Test no longer available. BJP (Bence Jones Protein) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container An early morning collection is preferred. BK Virus Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Urine, serum or CSF sepcimens accepted. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. BL GP Hold / Save Serum Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. BLDGRP + Rh Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. Bleeding and Clotting Profile Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube, EDTA 4mL tube Bleeding time (Skin Bleeding Time) Not routinely performed. Rarely required - Referring Dr to discuss with haematologist before testing. Blood Culture Microbiology Blood/Blood culture bottles Blood Culture for TB Microbiology Blood/BacT / Alert MB bottle Blood Gases Blood/Blood gas syringe

Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 24 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS Blood GP / AB Screen Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. Blood Group & AB Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. Blood Group & Antibodies Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. Blood Group & Hold Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube x 2 Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. Blood Group & Phenotype Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. Blood Group Antibodies Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 25 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS Blood Pressure Monitor Nursing Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.Appointment necessary. Blood typing Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. BMT (Bone Metabolism Test) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Collection for calcium is preferable without or minimal torniquet use.Please request individual tests. Medicare requires that the individual tests be written on the request form. BNP (Brain Naturatia Peptide) Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Bone / Liver Alkaline Phosphatase Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Test to determine nature of unexplained elevation of alkaline phosphatase. Bone Alkaline Phosphatase Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Criteria applies.

Bone ALP Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Criteria applies.

Bone Marrow Biopsy Referred Specimens Bone marrow/Lith Hep tube, Appointment necessary. Chromosomes EDTA 4mL tube Bone Marrow Biopsy Haematology Bone marrow/Lith Hep tube, Appointment necessary. EDTA 4mL tube Bone Metabolism Test Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Collection for calcium is preferable without or minimal torniquet use.Please request individual tests. Medicare requires that the individual tests be written on the request form. Bone Profile Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Collection for calcium is preferable without or minimal torniquet use. Bone Turnover Markers (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold

BP Monitor (Blood Pressure Nursing Non-rebateable cost incurred to the patient. Inform Monitor) patient test is non medicare rebateable. Receive patient consent. Appointment necessary. Brain Naturatia Peptide Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. BRaOVO Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender 20ml of EDTA blood is required.

BRCA Genes Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender 20ml of EDTA blood is required.

Breast FNA Cytology Labelled fixed and air dried smears Breath Test-Helicobacter Pylori Biochemistry Helicobacter test kit Teeth brushing is acceptable provided that the patient has not had any food or drink, including water. Test can be done on children over 5 years and pregnant women by Dorevitch Collectors. Bromide Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Brucella Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold BSL (Blood Sugar Level) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold If centrifugation is not immediately possible, collect a FLOX tube. BSR Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender BUN Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold C1 Esterase Inhibitor Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

C1q Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

C2 Complement Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

C2H5OH (Ethanol) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold C3 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold C3 + C4 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold C3 Complement Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold C3 nef Test no longer available. C3 Nephritic Factor Test no longer available. C4 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold C4 Complement Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Ca (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold CA 125 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold CA 15-3 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold CA 19-9 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold CA 27.29 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Ca2+ (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Ca2+ (Urine-24hr) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Ca2+ (Urine-Random) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Cadmium (Blood) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy

Cadmium (Urine-24hr) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form.Spot urine also preservative acceptable. Caeruloplasmin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Caffeine Test no longer available. Calcitonin Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 28 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS Calcitonin Antibodies (Salmon, Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Porcine or Human) Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Calcitonin Gene Related Peptide Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Calcium (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Collection for calcium is preferable without or minimal torniquet use. Calcium (Tissue) Referred Specimens Tissue/Sterile container

Calcium (Urine-24hr) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Calcium-Ionised Biochemistry Venous Blood Gas collection. Collection performed at specific lab based sites ONLY. Please contact duty scientist for further details (Ph: 9244 0417). Calculated Free Testosterone Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Calculi Biochemistry Stones/Sterile container Calprotectin (Faeces) Biochemistry Faeces/Faeces container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. CALR Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Calreticulin exon 9 mutation Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. screen Patient payment consent required. Campylobacter Jejuni Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Cancer Associated Serum Antigen Test no longer available.

Candida Albicans Culture Microbiology Swab in transport medium Candida Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Capillary Acid / Base Studies Biochemistry Carbamazepine Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Carbohydrate Deficiency Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Transferrin Patient payment consent required.Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Carbon Monoxide (CO) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Test for carbon monoxide exposure including cigarette smoking. Carbon Urea Breath Test Biochemistry Helicobacter test kit Teeth brushing is acceptable provided that the patient has not had any food or drink, including water. Test can be done on children over 5 years and pregnant women by Dorevitch Collectors. Carboxy Terminal Collagen Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Carboxyhaemoglobin Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Test for carbon monoxide exposure including cigarette smoking. Carcino Embryonic Antigen Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Cardiac Enzymes Biochemistry Blood/Lith Hep with gel tube Light Troponin I only is assayed. Green

Carotenoids Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Specimen is unstable and requires light protection and transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. CASA Test no longer available. Casoni Test Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Cat Scratch Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Catecholamines (Plasma) Referred Specimens Not recommended due to instability. Preferred specimen is 24hr urine Catecholamines.24 hour urine catecholamine measurement is the standard test for phaeochromocytoma. Plasma catecholamines are unstable and difficult to measure. Catecholamines (Urine-24hr) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish collection bottle with acid date / time on request form.Test for phaeochromocytoma preservative and childhood neuroblastoma. CBC (FBE) Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender CCP Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Cd (Blood) (Cadmium) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy

Cd (Tissue) Referred Specimens Tissue/Sterile container

CD4/CD8 Ratio Haematology Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Dark Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only. 4mL tube Green, Lavender

Ceruloplasmin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Cervical Cytology (Pap Smear) Cytology Labelled fixed smear By appointment at specialised collection rooms only. Cervical Swab (Micro & Culture) Microbiology Swab in transport medium CH100 Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold The specimen must be centrifuged immediately after clottingSpecimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre.

CH2O4 (Alcohol) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold CH50 Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold The specimen must be centrifuged immediately after clottingSpecimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre.

Chagas Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Chlamydia Antigen Testing Immunology Urine, Swab/Chlamydia transport medium (Cobas PCR)

Chlamydia pneumoniae PCR Molecular Sputum/Sterile container, Swab/Dry swab Chlamydia pneumoniae Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Atypical pneumonia. Chlamydia serology detects antibody to a group Antigen. Chlamydia psittaci PCR Molecular Sputum/Sterile container, Swab/Dry swab Chlamydia psittacosis Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Atypical pneumonia. Chlamydia serology detects antibody to a group Antigen. Chlamydia trachomatis - PCR Immunology Urine, Swab/Chlamydia (Urine / Swab) transport medium (Cobas PCR)

Chlamydia trachomatis Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Chlordane Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Please provide exposure details, including the names of pesticides the patient has been in contact with. If herbicides are also requested, a random URINE must be collected and the herbicides the patient has been in contact with must be listed. Chloride (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Chloride (Urine) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Chlorinated Hydrocarbon Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Please provide exposure and occupation details.

Chlorpromazine Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Chlorpyrifos Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Test for organophosphate or carbamate insecticide toxicity. Please provide clinical details including exposure to pesticides etc. Reduced red cell levels of cholinesterase usually equate with organophosphate and carbamate toxicity. Screening test intervals depend on levels of exposure. Chlorpyrifos Methyl Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Test for organophosphate or carbamate insecticide toxicity. Please provide clinical details including exposure to pesticides etc. Reduced red cell levels of cholinesterase usually equate with organophosphate and carbamate toxicity. Screening test intervals depend on levels of exposure. Chol (Cholesterol) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Cholecalciferol Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Cholesterol Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Cholesterol + Triglyceride Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Cholinesterase (Red Blood Cell) Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Test for organophosphate or carbamate insecticide toxicity. Please provide clinical details including exposure to pesticides etc. Reduced red cell levels of cholinesterase usually equate with organophosphate and carbamate toxicity. Screening test intervals depend on levels of exposure.

Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 34 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS Cholinesterase (Serum) Dibucaine Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Test CHOLINESTERASE, SERUM for exposure and No CHOLINESTERASE, RED CELL for toxicity. The CHOLINESTERASE (PSEUDOCHOLINESTERASE) is also low in inherited forms of scoline sensitivity. Please provide clinical and medication details including exposure to organophosphate pesticides etc. Serum cholinesterase levels drop first and provide a sensitive screening test for occupational organophosphate exposure. Reduced red cell levels usually equate with organophosphate toxicity. Screening test intervals depend on levels of exposure.

Cholinesterase Inhibitors Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Test for organophosphate or carbamate insecticide toxicity. Please provide clinical details including exposure to pesticides etc. Reduced red cell levels of cholinesterase usually equate with organophosphate and carbamate toxicity. Screening test intervals depend on levels of exposure. Chromagranin A Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Chromium (Blood) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy

Chromium (Hair) Referred Specimens Hair/Sterile container Must collect at least 50 hairs with root intact from scalp.

Chromium (Red Blood Cell) Test no longer available. Chromium (Urine) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. Spot urine specimen preservative also acceptable. Please provide clinical, medication and lead exposure details. Chromium (Whole blood) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy

Chromosome studies-Adult Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Lavender, 10mL tube Dark Green

Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 35 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS Chromosome Studies-Baby Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Light Pink, 2mL tube Dark Green

Chromosome Studies-Bone Referred Specimens Bone marrow/Lith Hep tube, Appointment necessary. Marrow EDTA 4mL tube Chromosome studies-Child Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Light Pink, 2mL tube Dark Green

Chromosome Studies-Foetal Referred Specimens Tissue/Sterile container Tissue Chromosomes Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Lavender, 10mL tube Dark Green

Chromosomes & Fragile X Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Light Pink, 2mL tube Dark Green

Chromosomes (Amniotic Fluid) Referred Specimens Fluid/Sterile container

Chromosomes Bone Marrow Referred Specimens Bone marrow/Lith Hep tube, Appointment necessary. Biopsy EDTA 4mL tube Chymotrypsin (Faeces) Test no longer available. Citrate (Urine-24hr) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative CK (Creatinine Kinase) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold CK Electrophoresis Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

CK Isoenzymes Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

CK-MB Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Troponin I recommended as acute cardiac marker. Cl (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold

Clobazam Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Clomipramine Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Clonazepam Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Clostridium difficile Toxin Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Sterile container required. Can share specimen with FZ.Please indicate any recent history of antibiotics. If causes of diarrhoea other than Clostridium difficile are possible or suspected a faeces sample for microscopy and culture should also be submitted. Clotting Profile Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube, EDTA 4mL tube Clotting Time Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube, EDTA 4mL tube Clozapine Biochemistry Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Predose specimen. Clozaril Biochemistry Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Predose specimen. CMP Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Collection for calcium is preferable without or minimal torniquet use. CMV (Cytomegalovirus) Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold

CMV PCR-Blood Molecular Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender CMV PCR-Swab Molecular Swab/Dry swab CMV PCR-Urine Molecular Urine/Sterile container CMV Viral Load Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. CMV-PCR Molecular Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

Cobalt (Tissue) Referred Specimens Tissue/Sterile container

Cobalt (Urine) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. Spot urine also preservative acceptable.Please provide exposure and occupation details. Cocaine/metabolites (Urine- Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Urine is the preferred specimen for drug analysis. Chain of Screen) custody documents must be completed in all medico- legal cases. Confirmation of patient identity (photo Id), direct observation of urine collection, temperature sensor in the urine container and tamper proof seals are required in some situations. Urine specimens are first subjected to a series of immunoassays to detect different groups of drugs (eg - benzodiazepines, opiates). If one or more groups are positive, further confirmatory testing can be done by gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GC- MS). Urine creatinine concentration is measured to test for excessive dilution of urine specimens.

Coccidioidomycosis Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Coeliac Disease Genetic Studies Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL Lavender

Coeliac Disease Screening Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Coeliac Disease-Buccal Swab Referred Specimens Swab/Dry swab Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Coeliac Genotype Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

Co-Enzyme Q10 Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Co-Enzyme Q10 (Red Cell) Test no longer available. Cold Agglutinins Blood Bank Blood/Plain plastic tube, EDTA Red, Samples can only be collected at lab based rooms. 4mL tube Lavender Cold Aggs Blood Bank Blood/Plain plastic tube, EDTA Red, Samples can only be collected at lab based rooms. 4mL tube Lavender Collagen Binding Assay Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Full tube collection. Collagen Vascular Screen Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Complement Profile Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Complements C3 + C4 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Conjugated Bilirubin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold

Copper (Red Blood Cell) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy

Copper (Tissue) Referred Specimens Tissue/Sterile container

Copper (Urine-24hr) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine collection bottle with no preservative Coproporphyrins (Faeces) Referred Specimens Faeces/Faeces container Protect from light by foil wrapping.

Coproporphyrins (Urine-Spot) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Protect from light by foil wrapping. collection bottle with no preservative Cord Blood Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form.

Coronavirus PCR Referred Specimens Swab transport media/Sterile Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Container Patient payment consent required. Corrected Calcium Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Collection for calcium is preferable without or minimal torniquet use. Corticotropin Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen ideally collected between 8am & 10am. Cortisol (Salivary) Biochemistry Saliva/Salivette tube Cortisol (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Cortisol (Urine-24hr) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form.Please note: spot or preservative random urine specimens are unsuitable. Cotinine (Serum) Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red

Cotinine (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container

Counsyl Foresight Genetic Carrier Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Screen Patient payment consent required. Coxiella Burnetti Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Coxsackie Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Coxsackie Virus PCR Molecular Swab/Dry swab C-Peptide Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold CPK Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Cr, U & E Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Please note: Blood specimens should never be placed in the fridge before centrifugation or the potassium will be likely increased. Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 41 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS CRCL (Creatinine Clearance) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form.Collect blood sample at preservative, Blood/SST tube end of 24 hour urine collection. Send blood and urine sample to laboratory at the same time. Requests for GFR / calculated GFR do not require urine collection.

C-Reactive Protein Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Creat (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Creatine (Urine) Test no longer available. Creatine Kinase Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Creatine Kinase Mb Isoenzyme Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Troponin I recommended as acute cardiac marker. Creatinine (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Creatinine (Urine) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Creatinine Clearance Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form.Collect blood sample at preservative, Blood/SST tube end of 24 hour urine collection. Send blood and urine sample to laboratory at the same time. Requests for GFR / calculated GFR do not require urine collection.

Crest -Scleroderma test Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Creutzfeld-Jacob Disease (CJD Referred Specimens Sterile Container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. 14.3.3 Protein) Patient payment consent required. Crossmatch Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. CRP Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold CRP-Sensitive / Ultrasensitive Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold CRT Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold

CTX Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Cu2+ Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy

Cu2+ (Red Blood Cell) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy

Cu2+ (Tissue) Referred Specimens Tissue/Sterile container

Cu2+ (Urine-24hr) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine collection bottle with no preservative

Cyanide No test available off blood - see Cyanide (Urine). Cyanide (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Cyanocobalamin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Cyclic AMP Test no longer available. Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Cyclosporin Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Note time & date of last dose.Collect sample within 10 minutes of 2 hours post dose unless otherwise indicated.

Cystatin C Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Cystic Fibrosis Studies / Screen Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Criteria applies. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non- rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Cystine (Urine) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Cytogenetics (Chromosomes) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Light Pink, 2mL tube Dark Green

Cytokine IL4 Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

Cytomegalovirus Antibodies (CMV) Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold

Cytomegalovirus PCR (Swab) Molecular Swab/Dry swab Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Cytomegalovirus PCR (Blood) Molecular Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Cytomegalovirus PCR (Urine) Molecular Urine/Sterile container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Cytotoxic Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red

Danthron (Urine-Screen) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Urine is the preferred specimen for drug analysis. Chain of custody documents must be completed in all medico- legal cases. Confirmation of patient identity (photo Id), direct observation of urine collection, temperature sensor in the urine container and tamper proof seals are required in some situations. Urine specimens are first subjected to a series of immunoassays to detect different groups of drugs (eg - benzodiazepines, opiates). If one or more groups are positive, further confirmatory testing can be done by gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GC- MS). Urine creatinine concentration is measured to test for excessive dilution of urine specimens.

DAT (Direct Antiglobulin Test) Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. DBIL (Neonates) Biochemistry Blood/Paediatric SST tube Amber Please provide clinical details. Heel prick or venipuncture sample. Paediatric container must be at least half full.

DCT (Direct Coomb's Test) Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. D-Dimers Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Please include any relevant patient history (eg - DIC, DVT, PE). Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 45 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS DDT Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Please provide exposure details, including the names of pesticides the patient has been in contact with. If herbicides are also requested, a random URINE must be collected and the herbicides the patient has been in contact with must be listed. Delta Agent (Hepatitis D) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Only present in patients with previous or existing Hepatitis B infection. Dengue Fever Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Dengue PCR Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Dengue PCR Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container A highly specific marker of bone resorption used in investigation and monitoring of osteoporosis, Paget's disease, steroid therapy, malignancies, inflammatory diseases and metabolic bone diseases.

Desipramine Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 12 hours post dose.

Desmethylclobazam Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Dexamethasone Suppression Test Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold This is a test for the diagnosis of Cushing's disease. The standard test (the overnight dexamethasone suppression test) involves the patient taking 1mg oral dexamethasone at approximately 11:00pm. Serum cortisol should be collected the following morning between 8:00am and 10:00am. DHEAS Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold DHT (Dihydrotestosterone) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold

Dialysed Calcium Biochemistry Venous Blood Gas collection. Collection performed at specific lab based sites ONLY. Please contact duty scientist for further details (Ph: 9244 0417). Diazepam Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Diazinon Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Test for organophosphate or carbamate insecticide toxicity. Please provide clinical details including exposure to pesticides etc. Reduced red cell levels of cholinesterase usually equate with organophosphate and carbamate toxicity. Screening test intervals depend on levels of exposure. Dibucaine Number Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Test CHOLINESTERASE, SERUM for exposure and CHOLINESTERASE, RED CELL for toxicity. The CHOLINESTERASE (PSEUDOCHOLINESTERASE) is also low in inherited forms of scoline sensitivity. Please provide clinical and medication details including exposure to organophosphate pesticides etc. Serum cholinesterase levels drop first and provide a sensitive screening test for occupational organophosphate exposure. Reduced red cell levels usually equate with organophosphate toxicity. Screening test intervals depend on levels of exposure.

DIC Screen (Disseminated Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube, Light Blue, Intravascular Coagulation) EDTA 4mL tube Lavender

Digene Molecular ThinPrep collection vial HPV DNA Typing is performed as an adjunct to conventional screening. Digoxin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Dihydrotestosterone Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Dilantin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Dimethoate Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Test for organophosphate or carbamate insecticide toxicity. Please provide clinical details including exposure to pesticides etc. Reduced red cell levels of cholinesterase usually equate with organophosphate and carbamate toxicity. Screening test intervals depend on levels of exposure. Diphtheria Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Direct Bilirubin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold

Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 48 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS Direct Bilirubin (Neonates) Biochemistry Blood/Paediatric SST tube Amber Please provide clinical details. Heel prick or venipuncture sample. Paediatric container must be at least half full.

Direct Coombs Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. Direct LDL Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Disaccharide Levels In Duodenal Referred Specimens Tissue/Sterile container Bx Disopyramide Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

DNA Binding Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Initial diagnosis based on a positive ANA (anti nuclear antibodies) and / or positive antibodies to DNA. Rheumatoid factor and extractable nuclear Antigen can also aid investigation. Please specify all tests required.

DNA Fragile X analysis Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Min: 2mL collection.

DNA Studies for Thalassemia Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube, Lavender, 20ml of EDTA blood is required. Blood/SST tube Gold DNAdose Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender

DNAse B Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Donnatal Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Dopamine (Urine) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish collection bottle with acid date / time on request form.Test for phaeochromocytoma preservative and childhood neuroblastoma.

Down's Syndrome Screen Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Testing is performed at the Murdoch institute. Please complete questionnaire. For the 1st trimester screen collect specimen between 9th and 13th week of pregnancy. Results are only released after an ultrasound report during 11-13 weeks (nuchal translucency) is received and reviewed by the Murdoch institute (reports can be faxed to (03)8341 6389). For the 2nd trimester screen collect specimen between 14th and 20th week of pregnancy (most informative between 15th and 17th week). Doxepin Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

DPD Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container A highly specific marker of bone resorption used in investigation and monitoring of osteoporosis, Paget's disease, steroid therapy, malignancies, inflammatory diseases and metabolic bone diseases.

Drug Screen (Gastric Contents) Test no longer available. Drug Screen (Hair) Referred Specimens Hair/Sterile container

Drug Screen (Steroids) This test is not available at Dorevitch Pathology. Please contact Australian Drug Sporting Agency (02) 9449 0154 prior to testing. Non-rebateable. Drug Screen (Urine) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Urine is the preferred specimen for drug analysis. Chain of custody documents must be completed in all medico- legal cases. Confirmation of patient identity (photo Id), direct observation of urine collection, temperature sensor in the urine container and tamper proof seals are required in some situations. Urine specimens are first subjected to a series of immunoassays to detect different groups of drugs (eg - benzodiazepines, opiates). If one or more groups are positive, further confirmatory testing can be done by gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GC- MS). Urine creatinine concentration is measured to test for excessive dilution of urine specimens.

dTPA Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis

E / LFT Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Please note: Blood specimens should never be placed in the fridge before centrifugation or the potassium will be likely increased. E2 (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold E2 Sensitive / Ultrasensitive Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold E3 (Serum) Test no longer available. EBV PCR Serum, CSF also acceptable. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. EBV PCR (Swab) Referred Specimens Swab/Dry swab Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. EBV Serology (Epstein-Barr Virus) Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold

EBV Viral Load Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. ECG Nursing Echinococcus granulosus Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

eGFR Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Please note: Blood specimens should never be placed in the fridge before centrifugation or the potassium will be likely increased. Electrocardiograph Nursing Electrolytes + Urea + Creatinine Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Please note: Blood specimens should never be placed in the fridge before centrifugation or the potassium will be likely increased. Electrolytes only Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Electrolytes include: sodium, potassium, chloride and bicarbonate.

Enterovirus PCR Molecular Swab/Dry swab Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Enterovirus Serology (Coxsackie Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Virus) Eosin-5-Maleimide Test Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only.

Eosinophil Count Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Component of Full Blood Examination. Eosinophils-Sputum Microbiology Sputum/Sterile container EPG (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Test for B-cell malignancy such as multiple myeloma. EPG (Urine) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container An early morning collection is preferred.

Epitestosterone This test is not available at Dorevitch Pathology. Please contact Australian Drug Sporting Agency (02) 9449 0154 prior to testing. Non-rebateable. EPP (serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Test for B-cell malignancy such as multiple myeloma. Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold

Erythrocyte count Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Component of Full Blood Examination. Erythrocyte indices Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Erythropoietin Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Rate) Essential Fatty Acids Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Fasting sample preferred.

Estradiol (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Estriol (Serum) Test no longer available. Estriol (Urine-24hr) Test no longer available. Estrogen (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Ethanol (Non Legal) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Ethanol (Urine-Screen) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container ETOH Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold EUC Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Please note: Blood specimens should never be placed in the fridge before centrifugation or the potassium will be likely increased. Everolimus Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender

Extractable Nuclear Antigens Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold (ENA) Eye Swab for Chlamydia Immunology Swab/Chlamydia transport medium (Cobas PCR)

Factor 2 Gene Mutation Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Criteria Applies. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non- rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Factor II (2) Referred Specimens Blood/Sodium citrate tube Full tube collection.Please note: If more than one factor is requested, please collect 1 tube per factor. Factor II (Mutation) Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Criteria Applies. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non- rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Factor IX (9) Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Full tube collection.Please note: If more than one factor is requested, please collect 1 tube per factor. Factor V (5) Leiden mutation Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Factor VII (7) Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Full tube collection.Please note: If more than one factor is requested, please collect 1 tube per factor. Factor VIII (8) Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Full tube collection.Please note: If more than one factor is requested, please collect 1 tube per factor. Factor XI (11) Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Full tube collection.Please note: If more than one factor is requested, please collect 1 tube per factor. Factor XII (12) Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Full tube collection.Please note: If more than one factor is requested, please collect 1 tube per factor. Factor XIII (13) Referred Specimens Blood/Sodium citrate tube Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.Please note: If more than one factor is requested, please collect 1 tube per factor. Fadal-Nalebuff Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Faecal Calprotectin Biochemistry Faeces/Faeces container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Faecal Elastase Biochemistry Faeces/Faeces container Transport frozen. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non- rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 55 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS Faecal Fat (72 Hr Collection) Test no longer available. Faecal Fat (spot) Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Faecal Fat Globules Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Faecal FMP PCR Molecular Faeces/Faeces container Faecal Helicobacter Pylori Antigen Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container

Faecal Multiplex PCR Molecular Faeces/Faeces container Faecal Pancreatic Elastase Biochemistry Faeces/Faeces container Transport frozen. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non- rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Faecal PCR (FMP) Molecular Faeces/Faeces container Faecal Reducing Substances Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Transport frozen. Faecal Reducing Sugars Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Transport frozen. Faecal Total fat Test no longer available. Faecal Tryptic Activity Referred Specimens Blood/SST, Faeces/Faeces Gold Transport frozen. container Faeces- Micro & Culture inc OCP Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Only 2 samples can be processed per 7 days. (ova, cysts & parasites) Faeces Threadworm & Ova Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Only 2 samples can be processed per 7 days. Faeces-Clostridium difficile Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Sterile container required. Can share specimen with FZ.Please indicate any recent history of antibiotics. If causes of diarrhoea other than Clostridium difficile are possible or suspected a faeces sample for microscopy and culture should also be submitted. Faeces-Micro & Culture (m+ c) Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Only 1 sample can be processed per 7 days. Faeces-Occult blood Microbiology Faecal occult blood test kit Only require collection of one kit. FAI (Free Androgen Index) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Familial Mediterranean Fever Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Farmers' Lung Disease Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Fasting Glucose / Sugar Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold If centrifugation is not immediately possible, collect a FLOX tube.

Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 56 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS Fasting Lipids / Chol & Trigs Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Fatty Acids (Essential) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Fasting sample preferred.

Fatty Acids (Free) Referred Specimens Blood/Fluoride oxalate tube Grey

Fatty Acids (Long Chain) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green

Fatty Acids (Plasma) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green

Fatty Acids (Red Cell) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only.Fasting sample preferred. Fatty Acids (Total) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green

Fatty Acids (Very Long Chain) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green

FBC (FBE) Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender FBE Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender FBE + Film Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender FBG (Fasting Blood Glucose) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold If centrifugation is not immediately possible, collect a FLOX tube. FBP (FBE) Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender FBS (Fasting Blood Sugar) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold If centrifugation is not immediately possible, collect a FLOX tube. FDP Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Please include any relevant patient history (eg - DIC, DVT, PE). Fe (Iron) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Includes Iron, Transferrin, TIBC, % saturation and Ferritin.

Fe (Tissue) Referred Specimens Tissue/Sterile container

Fe (Urine) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Fe Studies Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Includes Iron, Transferrin, TIBC, % saturation and Ferritin.

Fibrin degradation products Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Please include any relevant patient history (eg - DIC, DVT, PE). Fibrin Monomer Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Please include any relevant patient history (eg - DIC, DVT, PE). Fibrinogen Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Fibroblast Growth Factor (FCF) Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

Fibronectin Test no longer available. Filaments Antibody Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Includes Myosine and Actin Antibodies.

Filaria Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Filllagrin Antibodies Test no longer available. Fine needle aspiration Cytology Labelled fixed and air dried smears FISH Test Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Light Pink, Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. 2mL tube Dark Green Patient payment consent required.

FK 506 Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Flavivirus PCR Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Flecainide Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

FLOP Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Flow Cytometry Haematology Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Dark Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only. 4mL tube Green, Lavender Flow Cytometry (Tissue) Haematology Tissue/Sterile container Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only.

Fluoride (urine) Referred Specimens Sterile Container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Fluoxetine Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

FMF (Familial Mediterranean Fever) Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. FNA (Fine Needle Aspirate) Cytology Labelled fixed and air dried smears FOB Microbiology Faecal occult blood test kit Only require collection of one kit. Folate (Red Blood Cell) Blood/SST tube, EDTA 4mL Test no longer available. tube Folate (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Folic Acid Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Follicle Stimulating Hormone Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Fondaparinux anti-Xa level Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue It is essential the type of heparin treatment is recorded on the request. For LMWH's the recommended collection time is 3 - 5 hours after drug administration. Please notify Haematology of collection. Ph: 9244 0483.

Food Allergy Panels 96/40/5 IGG Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Food Patient payment consent required. Dr to specify foods.

Food Allergy Test Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Dr to specify foods.

Fractionated ALP Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Test to determine nature of unexplained elevation of alkaline phosphatase. Fragile X Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Min: 2mL collection.

Fragmin Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue It is essential the type of heparin treatment is recorded on the request. For LMWH's the recommended collection time is 3 - 5 hours after drug administration. Please notify Haematology of collection. Ph: 9244 0483.

Frederickson Typing Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Fasting sample preferred.

Free Androgen Index Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold This test is a ratio of total testosterone and sex hormone binding globulin. Sensitive total testosterone assay is used for males and females < 15 yrs and females > 40 yrs.

Free BHCG Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Testing is performed at the Murdoch institute. Please complete questionnaire. For the 1st trimester screen collect specimen between 9th and 13th week of pregnancy. Results are only released after an ultrasound report during 11-13 weeks (nuchal translucency) is received and reviewed by the Murdoch institute (reports can be faxed to (03)8341 6389). For the 2nd trimester screen collect specimen between 14th and 20th week of pregnancy (most informative between 15th and 17th week). Free Fatty Acids Referred Specimens Blood/Fluoride oxalate tube Grey

Free Hb (Haemoglobin) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green

Free Light Chains Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Free PSA Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold

Frisium Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Fructosamine Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Fructose Tolerance Testing This test is now available at Gastrolab. Please call 1300 624 771 for testing details. FSH Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold FT3 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold TSH is routinely performed. Free T4 will be measured in addition to TSH in certain patients. Please supply a comprehensive history including exactly what medication the patient is taking. FT4 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold TSH is routinely performed. Free T4 will be measured in addition to TSH in certain patients. Please supply a comprehensive history including exactly what medication the patient is taking. FTA Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

FTA Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Full Blood Count (FBE) Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Full Blood Examination (FBE) Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Fungal Examination Microbiology G6PD Assay Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender

GAD Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Galactokinase Referred Specimens Blood/ACD tube Yellow Test must be booked by referring Dr. Please contact Royal Brisbane Hospital prior to collection (07) 3636 8428.

Galactomannan Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Bronchial specimens also accepted. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Galactose (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container

Galactose Screen (Galactosaemia Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Require full clinical history. Non-rebateable test. Refer to Screen) non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Galactose-1-phosphate Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Require full clinical history. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Galactose-1-phosphate Uridyl Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Require full clinical history. Non-rebateable test. Refer to Transferase non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Galactosidase Alpha Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Samples must be kept at room temperature.Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only. Gamma Interferon Immunology Blood/TB gold collection tubes Do not centrifuge tubes after collection.

Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Component of LFT. Gamma-GT Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Component of LFT. Gangliosides Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Gastric aspirate ?GBS Microbiology Aspirate/Sterile container Gastric Contents Drug Screen Test no longer available. Gastric Parietal Cell A/b Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold

Gene Xpert (Sputum) Microbiology Sputum/Sterile container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Generation NIPT Genomic Diagnostics Blood/Streck 10mL tube Mottled Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Generation Plus NIPT Genomic Diagnostics Blood/Streck 10mL tube Mottled Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Genetic Carrier Screen Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient prepayment required. Direct to www.gdpay.com.au or Ph: 1800 822 999 Genetic test for Narcolepsy Referred Specimens Blood/ACD tube Yellow Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only.

Genta Biochemistry Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose.Please supply details of dosing details and schedule. For daily dosing, collect one sample only 6 - 14 hours after the dose. If dosing is not daily, Pre and Post Gentamycin levels should be collected.

Gentamicin Biochemistry Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose.Please supply details of dosing details and schedule. For daily dosing, collect one sample only 6 - 14 hours after the dose. If dosing is not daily, Pre and Post Gentamycin levels should be collected.

GF Test (Glandular fever) Haematology Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) Serology may be helpful if Paul- Bunnell test is negative and clinical features are suggestive. GGT Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Component of LFT. GH (Growth Hormone) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Patient to be recumbent for 15 minutes prior to specimen collection. Giardia Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Only 2 samples can be processed per 7 days. Giardia PCR Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Gilbert's Syndrome Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Glandular fever test (IM) Haematology Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) Serology may be helpful if Paul- Bunnell test is negative and clinical features are suggestive. Gliadin Antibodies Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Glomerular Basement Membrane Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Antibodies Glucagon Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube with Lavender This collection requires an EDTA tube with an Aprotinin Aprotinin additive additive. Please contact the Duty Scientist (Ph: 9244 0417) for a tube and collection instructions.

Glucose Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold If centrifugation is not immediately possible, collect a FLOX tube. Glucose (2 Hour GTT) Biochemistry Blood/Fluoride oxalate tube x 3 Grey Patient to be fasting at least 8 - 10 hours and 75g (1.75 g/kg in children) oral glucose load. Collect blood glucose at 0 (pre glucose load), 60 and 120 minutes. Please contact nearest collection centre. For Insulin Curve, also collect a Gold SSTII tube at each interval.

Glucose (Serial) Biochemistry Blood/Fluoride oxalate tube Grey

Glucose Challenge Test Biochemistry Blood/Fluoride oxalate tube Grey Fasting is not required. At 26-28 weeks gestation, give the patient 75g glucose dose - collect sample 1 hour later. Indicate glucose dosage and the time it was given on request form. Nothing should be taken by mouth after the dose and prior to the blood sample collection except water. Glucose Tolerance Test (2 Hour) Biochemistry Blood/Fluoride oxalate tube x 3 Grey Patient to be fasting at least 8 - 10 hours and 75g (1.75 g/kg in children) oral glucose load. Collect blood glucose at 0 (pre glucose load), 60 and 120 minutes. Please contact nearest collection centre. For Insulin Curve, also collect a Gold SSTII tube at each interval.

Glucose Tolerance Test (Antenatal) Biochemistry Blood/Fluoride oxalate tube x 3 Grey Patient to be fasting at least 8 - 10 hours and 75g (1.75 g/kg in children) oral glucose load. Collect blood glucose at 0 (pre glucose load), 60 and 120 minutes. Please contact nearest collection centre. For Insulin Curve, also collect a Gold SSTII tube at each interval.

Glucose Tolerance Test (Extended) Biochemistry Blood/Fluoride oxalate tube Grey

Glucose Tolerance Test Biochemistry Blood/Fluoride oxalate tube x 3 Grey Patient to be fasting at least 8 - 10 hours and 75g (1.75 g/kg in children) oral glucose load. Collect blood glucose at 0 (pre glucose load), 60 and 120 minutes. Please contact nearest collection centre. For Insulin Curve, also collect a Gold SSTII tube at each interval.

Glucose-6-Phosphate Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Glutamic Acid Decarboxylase Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Glutathione Peroxidase Activity Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green

Gluten Antibodies Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold

Glycosylated Albumin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Glycosylated Hb Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Glycosylated Protein Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Glyphosate Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Please provide specific details of particular herbicide patient has been exposed to. Random urine collected immediately after work shift/exposure. If used as a screening NOT covered by Medicare. Please inform patient and receive censent.

GM1 Ganglioside Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Gonococcal Serology Test no longer available. Gonorrhoea-PCR (Urine / Swab) Immunology Urine, Swab/Chlamydia For female patients, initial urine collection for Gonorrhoea transport medium (Cobas PCR) is not a reliable sample. For male patients, the first 20 mL of any voided urine is an acceptable alternative to a swab. Ideally, the patient should not have urinated for one hour prior to the test.

GP RH/ ABS Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. GP/ RH Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form.

Group & AB Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. Group & antibody screen Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. Group & Hold Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. Group & Rh Antibodies Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. Group & Rh status Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form.

GTT with Insulin curve Biochemistry Blood/Fluoride oxalate tube x 3 Grey, Gold Patient to be fasting at least 8 - 10 hours and 75g (1.75 g/kg in children) oral glucose load. Collect blood glucose at 0 (pre glucose load), 60 and 120 minutes. Please contact nearest collection centre. For Insulin Curve, also collect a Gold SSTII tube at each interval.

H pylori culture Referred Specimens Blood Culture Bottle

H pylori Faecal Antigen Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container No treatment restriction or exclusion periods apply. H1N1 Serology Test no longer available. Haematinics Biochemistry Blood/SST tube, EDTA 4mL Gold tube Haematocrit Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Component of Full Blood Examination. Haemochromatosis (HFE) Screen Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Criteria Applies. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non- rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Haemochromatosis C282Y Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Criteria Applies. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non- rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Haemoglobin Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Component of Full Blood Examination. Haemoglobin (Urine) Microbiology Urine/Sterile container Semi-quantitative test. Haemoglobin A1c (HbA1C) Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Haemoglobin DNA Analysis Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube, Lavender, 20ml of EDTA blood is required. Non-rebateable test. (Thalassemia) Blood/SST tube Gold Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Haemoglobin Electrophoresis Haematology Blood/SST tube, EDTA 4mL Gold, tube Lavender Haemoglobinopathy Screen Haematology Blood/SST tube, EDTA 4mL Gold, tube Lavender Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 69 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS Haemolysis Screen Biochemistry Blood/SST tube, EDTA 10mL Gold, Initial screening tests should include FBC, Reticulocyte tube Lavender count, Coombs test, Liver Function Test and Haptoglobin. Further tests will depend on the results of screening tests and the provisional diagnosis. Please request tests individually as Medicare does not recognise 'Haemolytic Screen' as an acceptable request.

Haemolytic Complement Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold The specimen must be centrifuged immediately after clottingSpecimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre.

Haemophilus Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Haemosiderin (Urinary) Haematology Urine/Sterile container Early morning specimen preferred. HAI (Rubella) Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Assay for IgM and IgG in suspected case. Immunity determined by IgG quantitation. Haldol Decanoate Test no longer available. Haloperidol Test no longer available. Ham's test (CD 59) Haematology Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Dark Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only. 4mL tube Green, Lavender Haptoglobin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold HB Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Component of Full Blood Examination. HB A2 Haematology Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Gold, 4mL tube Lavender HB Electrophoresis Haematology Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Gold, 4mL tube Lavender HB F Haematology Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Gold, 4mL tube Lavender HbA1C Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender HbCO Biochemistry Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Test for carbon monoxide exposure including cigarette smoking.Specimen is unstable. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. HBH Preparation Haematology Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Gold, 4mL tube Lavender Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 70 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS HBLV Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

HBV DNA Referred Specimens Blood/Plasma preparation tube Pearl Indicates level of infectivity and is a marker for viral replication. HCB Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Please provide exposure details, including the names of pesticides the patient has been in contact with. If herbicides are also requested, a random URINE must be collected and the herbicides the patient has been in contact with must be listed. HCG (Qualitative) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold HCG (Qualitative-Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold HCG (Qualitative-Urine) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container HCG (Quantitative) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold HCG (Urine-24hr) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form.For Hydatid Mole only. preservative HCV (Hepatitis C) Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold HCV RNA Molecular Blood/Plasma preparation tube Pearl

HCV-Genotyping & PCR Molecular Blood/Plasma preparation tube Pearl

HCV-PCR Molecular Blood/Plasma preparation tube Pearl

HCV-Viral Load Molecular Blood/Plasma preparation tube Pearl

HDL Cholesterol Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold HE4 (Human Epidymall Specific Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Protein 4/ROMA Index) Patient payment consent required. Heat Shock Protein 70 Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Heat Stable ALP Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Test to determine nature of unexplained elevation of alkaline phosphatase.

Heavy Metal Screen (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Please provide clinical, medication and exposure details and indicate which heavy metals are required. There may be costs incurred to the patient.

Heinz bodies Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Helicobacter Breath Test-C14 Biochemistry Helicobacter test kit Teeth brushing is acceptable provided that the patient has not had any food or drink, including water. Test can be done on children over 5 years and pregnant women by Dorevitch Collectors. Helicobacter Culture Microbiology Tissue/Sterile container Helicobacter Faecal Antigen Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container No treatment restriction or exclusion periods apply. Helicobacter Pylori Faecal Antigen Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container

Helicobacter Pylori Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Helper Suppressor Ratio Haematology Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Dark Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only. 4mL tube Green, Lavender HEP B cAb Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Hepatitis B core antibody HEP B eAg Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Hepatitis B envelope antigen HEP B sAb Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Hepatitis B surface antibodyPlease indicate if testing is pre or post vaccination. HEP B sAg Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Hepatitis B surface antigen Heparin cofactor II Test no longer available. Hepatic Auto Antibodies Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Hepatitis A Antibodies Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Please indicate if testing is pre or post vaccination. Hepatitis B Core Antibodies Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Hepatitis B DNA Molecular Blood/Plasma preparation tube Pearl Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.Indicates level of infectivity and is a marker for viral replication.

Hepatitis C PCR Molecular Blood/Plasma preparation tube Pearl

Hepatitis C PCR & Genotyping Molecular Blood/Plasma preparation tube Pearl

Hepatitis C Viral load Molecular Blood/Plasma preparation tube Pearl

Hepatitis D Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Only present in patients with previous or existing Hepatitis B infection. Hepatitis D PCR Referred Specimens Blood/Plasma preparation tube Pearl Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Hepatitis E Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Hepatitis E PCR Referred Specimens Blood/Plasma preparation tube Pearl Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Hepatitis RNA PCR Referred Specimens Blood/Plasma preparation tube Pearl

Heptachlor Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Please provide exposure details, including the names of pesticides the patient has been in contact with. If herbicides are also requested, a random URINE must be collected and the herbicides the patient has been in contact with must be listed.

Hereditary Spherocytosis Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only.

Herpes Multiplex PCR (Blood) Molecular Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Herpes PCR (CSF) Molecular Herpes PCR (Swab) Molecular Swab/Dry swab Herpes Simplex Virus I and II and Herpes Zoster tested simultaneously. Herpes PCR (Tissue) Referred Specimens Tissue/Sterile container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Herpes PCR (Urine) Molecular Urine/Sterile container Herpes Simplex I Antibody Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Antibodies for HSV type 1 and 2 tested. Herpes Simplex PCR Molecular Swab/Dry swab Herpes Simplex Virus I and II and Herpes Zoster tested simultaneously. Herpes Type Specific Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Antibodies for HSV type 1 and 2 tested. Herpes Zoster Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Processed urgently for exposure in pregnancy. Heterophile Antibodies Haematology Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) Serology may be helpful if Paul- Bunnell test is negative and clinical features are suggestive. Hexosaminidase A & B Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube, EDTA 10mL Gold, Mon - Wed collection only. Must reach lab before tube Lavender 12:00pm.Incurs non-Medicare refundable fee. Please contact Sendaways (03) 9244 0341 for more details. Hexose Galactose-1-phosphate Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Uridyl Transferase

Hg (Blood) (Mercury) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy For occupational inorganic mercury exposure, spot urine is the preferred sample. HGH Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Patient to be recumbent for 15 minutes prior to specimen collection. High Density Lipoprotein Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold High Sensitive CRP Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Histamine (Serum) Test no longer available. Histamine (Urine) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative.Dietary restrictions apply for 2 days collection bottle with acid prior & during test - walnuts, tomatoes, bananas, preservative pineapple, avocado, red plums, egg plant & kiwi fruit.Low histamine diet required 24 hours prior to and during test. HISTAMINE SERUM test not available.

Histamine (Whole Blood) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green

Histone (Part of ENA) Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Histoplasmosis Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

HITS Screen Haematology Blood/Plain tube Red Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. HIV Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold HIV Pro Viral Load Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender HIV RNA PCR Molecular Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Can only be requested in patients with confirmed positive serology and neonates of HIV positive patients. Requires a dedicated EDTA tube. HIV Viral Load Molecular Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Can only be requested in patients with confirmed positive serology and neonates of HIV positive patients. Requires a dedicated EDTA tube. HJBs (count or % may be Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Please mark as 'Urgent' and send to Heidelberg. Please requested) advise haematology (Ph: 9244 0481) of the request and provide the patient details. Dedicated EDTA required.

HLA-B57 Referred Specimens Blood/ACD tube Yellow Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. HLA-DQ2 / DQ8 Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

HMMA Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish collection bottle with acid date / time on request form.Test for phaeochromocytoma preservative and childhood neuroblastoma. HMMA (Urine-24hr) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish collection bottle with acid date / time on request form.Test for phaeochromocytoma preservative and childhood neuroblastoma. Holotranscobalamin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Holter Monitor Nursing Appointment necessary. Homa Index Biochemistry Blood/SST tube, Fluoride Grey, Gold oxalate tube Homocystine Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Homocystine (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container

Homogentisic Acid (Urine-Screen) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Protect from light by foil wrapping.

Homovanillic Acid Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish collection bottle with acid date / time on request form. preservative

HPV / Digene Molecular Swab/Dry swab HPV PCR Molecular Swab/Dry swab HPV Serology Test not available. HSP 70 Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

HSV 1 & 2 Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Antibodies for HSV type 1 and 2 tested. HTLV-1 Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Hu Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Huhner's Test Test no longer available. Human B Lymphotrophic Virus Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Human Chorionic Gonadotrophin Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container (Urine) Human Herpes virus 6 PCR (HHV6) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Human Herpes virus 7 PCR (HHV7) Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Human Herpes virus 8 PCR (HHV8) Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Human Papiloma Virus PCR Molecular Swab/Dry swab May be non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Humira Serology Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Huntington's Disease Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required..

Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 77 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS HVA (Urine) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish collection bottle with acid date / time on request form. preservative Hydatid ELISA Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Hydatid Immunoelectrophoresis Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Hydrogen Breath Test This test is now available at Gastrolab. Please call 1300 624 771 for testing details. Hydroxy Indole Acetic Acid Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish collection bottle with acid date / time on request form.Dietary restrictions apply for preservative 2 days prior & during test - walnuts, tomatoes, bananas, pineapple, avocado, red plums, egg plant & kiwi fruit.

Hydroxy Methoxy Mandelic Acid Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish collection bottle with acid date / time on request form.Test for phaeochromocytoma preservative and childhood neuroblastoma. Hydroxy Proline (Random) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Fasting overnight. Void 1st morning specimen. Collect 2nd specimen. Hydroxy Proline (Urine-24hr) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form.Dietary restrictions preservative apply for 2 days prior and during test - exclude meat, fish and chicken. Hydroxybutyrate (Ketones) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Hydroxypyrene Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. IA-2 Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

IGF BP3 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. IGF-1 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold IgG (CSF) Referred Specimens Blood should also be provided for EPP to maximise information obtainable from this test. IgG A M Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold IgG1 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold IgG2 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold IgG3 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold IgG4 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold IgG-Bee Allergen Test no longer available. IL 4 Gene test Test no longer available. IL 6 Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. IL28B Genotype (HCV) Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

IL4 Test no longer available.

Imiprin Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 12 hours post dose.

Immunobead-Sperm Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold (Blood) Immunobead-Sperm Antibodies This test is not available at Dorevitch Pathology. Please (Semen) contact Royal Women's Hospital (03) 8345 2000 for testing details. Immunoelectrophoresis Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Test for B-cell malignancy such as multiple myeloma. Immunofixation Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Test for B-cell malignancy such as multiple myeloma. Immunoglobulin (CSF) Referred Specimens Blood should also be provided for EPP to maximise information obtainable from this test. Immunoglobulin A Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Immunoglobulin D Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Immunoglobulin E Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Immunoglobulin G Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Immunoglobulin G (CSF) Referred Specimens Blood should also be provided for EPP to maximise information obtainable from this test. Immunoglobulin G Subclasses Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Immunoglobulin M Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Immunoglobulins Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Immunophentoyping Haematology Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Dark Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only. 4mL tube Green, Lavender Immunoreactive Trypsin Referred Specimens Blood spot/Guthrie card HEEL PRICK SAMPLE REQUIRED. Please note: Card must be completely air dried and transported in a paper bag or envelope.

Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 80 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS Indican (Urine-Screen) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Protect from light by foil wrapping.

Indirect Bilirubin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Indirect coombs Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. Infectious mononucleosis (IM) Haematology Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) Serology may be helpful if Paul- Bunnell test is negative and clinical features are suggestive. Infliximab Serology Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Influenza -PCR Molecular Swab/Dry swab Influenza A and Influenza B.Swab area as specified or NPA (Nasopharyngeal Aspirate). Influenza Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Inhibin Test no longer available. Inhibin-B Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube

Inhibin-Total Test no longer available. INR Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Must be full tube collection. Insecticides Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Please provide exposure details, including the names of pesticides the patient has been in contact with. If herbicides are also requested, a random URINE must be collected and the herbicides the patient has been in contact with must be listed. Insulin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Fasting sample preferred. Insulin Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Insulin Curve Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold If taken in conjunction with a GTT, collect at the same time as glucose collections. Insulin Receptor Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Test no longer available.

Ionised Calcium Biochemistry Venous Blood Gas collection. Collection performed at specific lab based sites ONLY. Please contact duty scientist for further details (Ph: 9244 0417). i-PTH Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender iPTH Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Iron Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Includes Iron, Transferrin, TIBC, % saturation and Ferritin.

Iron (Tissue) Referred Specimens Tissue/Sterile container

Iron (Urine) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Iron + TIBC Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Includes Iron, Transferrin, TIBC, % saturation and Ferritin.

Iron + TIBC + Ferritin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Includes Iron, Transferrin, TIBC, % saturation and Ferritin.

Iron Studies Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Includes Iron, Transferrin, TIBC, % saturation and Ferritin.

Islet Cell Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Isocyanates (Serum) Test no longer available. Isocyanates (Urine) Test no longer available.

Jak 2 (Exon 12) Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

JAK2 Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

JAK2 exon 14 mutations Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

JAK2 V617F Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

JC Virus Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Urine, serum or CSF sepcimens accepted. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Joint Aspirate Biochemistry Biochemistry Fluid/Sterile container Joint Aspirate Micro & Culture Microbiology Fluid/Sterile container K+ (Serum) (Potassium) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Component of serum electrolytes. Please note: Blood specimens should never be placed in the fridge before centrifugation or the potassium will be likely increased.

K+ (Urine-24hr) (Potassium) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Kahn Test (Syphilis Serology) Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Karyotype (Chromosome Studies) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Lavender, 10mL tube Dark Green

KCCT (Kaolin) Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Full tube collection. Kell Typing Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Kennedy's Syndrome Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Keppra Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Note time & date of last dose. Post dose (peak) is measured 1 hour after oral dose. Pre dose (trough) is measured 8 hours following dose.

Lamictal Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Lamotrigine (Lamictal) Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Lanoxin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

LATS (Long Acting Thyroid Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Stimulator) LDH Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold LDH (Isoenzymes) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

LDL Cholesterol Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold LDS Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

LE Screen (ANA) Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Lead (Blood) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy Please provide clinical, medication and lead exposure details. Whole blood is considered the best indicator of inorganic lead exposure. Lead (Urine) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Please provide clinical, medication and lead exposure collection bottle with no details. preservative Legal Blood Alcohol This test is not available at Dorevitch Pathology. Please direct patient to Healthscope Pathology. Legionella Antibody Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Legionella Antigen Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Not suitable for routine diagnosis - only useful in screening cases. Legionella Culture Microbiology Sputum/Sterile container Legionella PCR Molecular Sputum/Sterile container, Swab/Dry swab Legionnaires Disease Antibody Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Leiden factor [Factor 5] Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Criteria Applies. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non- rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Leptospirosis Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Lindane Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Please provide exposure details, including the names of pesticides the patient has been in contact with. If herbicides are also requested, a random URINE must be collected and the herbicides the patient has been in contact with must be listed. Linolineic Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Fasting sample preferred.

Lipase Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Lipid Studies Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Lipids / Lipid profile Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold

Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 86 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS Lipids-Fractionate / Ratio / HDL Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Lipogram Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Lipoprotein (a) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Fasting sample preferred. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Lipoprotein Electrophoresis Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Fasting sample preferred.

Lipoprotein EPG Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Fasting sample preferred.

Lipoprotein Lipase Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Fasting sample preferred.

Listeria Antibody Test no longer available. Lithicarb Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Post dose sample preferred. Optimum collection is 11-13 hours post dose. Maximum collection is 10-14 hours post dose. Lithium Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Post dose sample preferred. Optimum collection is 11-13 hours post dose. Maximum collection is 10-14 hours post dose. Liver / Kidney Microsomal Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Marker of auto-immune hepatitis. Antibodies Liver Biopsy-Iron Referred Specimens Tissue/Sterile container

Liver Function Test Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Livial (Urinary) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Long Acting Thyroid Stimulator Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Long Chain Fatty Acids Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Low Density Lipoprotein Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold

LSM Haematology Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Dark Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only. 4mL tube Green, Lavender LTT Biochemistry Blood/Fluoride oxalate tube x 7 Grey Patient to be fasting at least 8 - 10 hours and 50g (1.5 g/kg in children) oral lactose load. Collect blood glucose at 0 (pre lactose load), 15, 30, 45, and 60 minutes. Please note: Dorevitch Pathology do not perform hydrogen breath tests for lactose or fructose intolerance.

Luetic Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Lung Function Test Nursing By appointment at specialised collection rooms only. Lupus Antibody Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Lupus Anticardiolipin Antibody Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Lupus Anticoagulant Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube x 3 Full tube collection.Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Lupus Erythematosus (Screening) Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold

Lupus inhibitors Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube x 3 Full tube collection.Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Luteinizing Hormone (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Lyme Disease (Borrelia Serology) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Antibody to Borrelia burgdorferi.

Lymph Node Biopsy Histology Tissue/Sterile container Lymphocyte And Phagocyte Haematology Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Dark Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only. 4mL tube Green, Lavender

Lysozyme (Serum) Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red

Lysozyme (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container

Lyssa Virus Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. M band quantitation Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Test for B-cell malignancy such as multiple myeloma.

Macro Prolactin Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Mag (Red Blood Cell) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green

Mag (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Magnesium (Red Blood Cell) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green

Magnesium (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Magnesium (Urine-24hr) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Malaria ICT Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Rapid test for circulating Antigen common to P. falciparum, P. vivax, P. ovale and P. malariae. Specific Antigen to P. falciparum (highly sensitive). Malaria Investigation Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender If negative, repeat x 2 will be recommended to exclude low grade infection. ICT test (card test) will also be performed. Malaria serology is not available.

Malaria Serology Test no longer available. Malaria Thick and Thin films Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender If negative, repeat x 2 will be recommended to exclude low grade infection. ICT test (card test) will also be performed. Malaria serology is not available.

Male Sex Hormone Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Sensitive total testosterone assay is used for males < 15 yrs. Manganese (Red Blood Cell) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy

Manganese (Serum) Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

Manganese (Urine-24hr) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Test for excessive exposure. collection bottle with no preservative

Mantoux Test Microbiology Intradermal injection volar aspect LEFT forearm. Read at 48-72 hours. Test only performed at selected Dorevitch Pathology collection centres. Marijuana (Urine-Screen) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Urine is the preferred specimen for drug analysis. Chain of custody documents must be completed in all medico- legal cases. Confirmation of patient identity (photo Id), direct observation of urine collection, temperature sensor in the urine container and tamper proof seals are required in some situations. Urine specimens are first subjected to a series of immunoassays to detect different groups of drugs (eg - benzodiazepines, opiates). If one or more groups are positive, further confirmatory testing can be done by gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GC- MS). Urine creatinine concentration is measured to test for excessive dilution of urine specimens.

Maternal Antibodies Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form.

Mb (Blood) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy Please provide exposure details.

MBA 20 (Multiple Biochem Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Collection for calcium is preferable without or minimal Analysis) torniquet use.Please request individual tests. Medicare requires that the individual tests be written on the request form. MCH Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Component of Full Blood Examination. MCHC Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Component of Full Blood Examination. MCV Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Component of Full Blood Examination. Mean Cell Volume Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Component of Full Blood Examination. Measles Antibodies Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Measles IgG / IgM Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Measles PCR Referred Specimens Swab/Dry swab Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Melanin (Urine-Screen) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Protect from light by foil wrapping.

Melanogen Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Protect from light by foil wrapping.

Melatonin Test no longer available. Melioidosis (Burkholderia Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Pseudomallei) Serology Melleril Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Meningococcal PCR Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender

Meningococcal Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Mercury (Blood) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy For occupational inorganic mercury exposure, spot urine is the preferred sample. Mercury (Hair) Referred Specimens Hair/Sterile container Must collect at least 50 hairs with root intact from scalp.

Metabolic Screen (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Test for inborn errors of amino acid metabolism. Spot early morning urine collection required. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Metadrenalines Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish collection bottle with acid date / time on request form. preservative Metanephrines Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish collection bottle with acid date / time on request form. preservative Metanephrines (Plasma) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Methadone (Urine-Screen) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Urine is the preferred specimen for drug analysis. Chain of custody documents must be completed in all medico- legal cases. Confirmation of patient identity (photo Id), direct observation of urine collection, temperature sensor in the urine container and tamper proof seals are required in some situations. Urine specimens are first subjected to a series of immunoassays to detect different groups of drugs (eg - benzodiazepines, opiates). If one or more groups are positive, further confirmatory testing can be done by gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GC- MS). Urine creatinine concentration is measured to test for excessive dilution of urine specimens.

Methaemoglobin Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Investigation of intravascular haemolysis.

Methionine Peroxidase Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Methotrexate Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Methoxychlor Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Please provide exposure details, including the names of pesticides the patient has been in contact with. If herbicides are also requested, a random URINE must be collected and the herbicides the patient has been in contact with must be listed. Methyl Bromide Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green

Methyl Histamine Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish collection bottle with acid date / time on request form.Dietary restrictions apply for preservative 2 days prior & during test - walnuts, tomatoes, bananas, pineapple, avocado, red plums, egg plant & kiwi fruit.Low histamine diet required 24 hours prior to and during test. HISTAMINE SERUM test not available.

Methylene Blue (Urine-Screen) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Protect from light by foil wrapping.

Methylmalonic Acid (Blood) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Methylmalonic Acid (Urine) Test no longer available. Methylphenobarbitone Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Mg2+ (Red Blood Cell) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green

Microfilaria Antibody Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Microsomal Antibody (Thyroid) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Mid Stream Urine Micro & Culture Microbiology Urine/Sterile container

Mitochondrial Antibodies Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Mn (Serum) Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

Mn (Whole Blood) Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

Modified RAST Assay Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Mogadon Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Molluscum contagiosum PCR Referred Specimens Swab/Dry swab Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Molybdenum (Blood) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy Please provide exposure details.

Monospot Haematology Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) Serology may be helpful if Paul- Bunnell test is negative and clinical features are suggestive. Morbilli Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold

MPL Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

MPO Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold MRSA Screen Microbiology Swab in transport medium Screening for carrier status. MSSU (Mid stream Specimen Microbiology Urine/Sterile container Urine) MSU Micro & Culture Microbiology Urine/Sterile container MTHFR Gene Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Criteria Applies. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non- rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Mucopolysaccharide Screen Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Spot early morning urine collection required. Non- rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. M-Ulcerans PCR (Bairnsdale Ulcer) Referred Specimens Tissue/Sterile container

Multiple Biochemical Analysis Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Collection for calcium is preferable without or minimal torniquet use.Please request individual tests. Medicare requires that the individual tests be written on the request form. Mumps IgG / IgF Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold

Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 97 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS Mumps PCR Referred Specimens Swab/Dry swab Buccal swab or saliva suitable for testing. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Mumps Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Murray Valley Encephalitis Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Serology Muscle Enzymes Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Muscular Dystrophy Genetic Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Screen Musk Antibody Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Mycobacterium PCR Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Mycoplasma Culture Microbiology Urine/Sterile container, Swab in transport medium Mycoplasma genitalium PCR Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container, Swab in transport medium Mycoplasma pneumoniae IgG Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Mycoplasma pneumoniae PCR Molecular Sputum/Sterile container, Swab/Dry swab Mycoplasma pneumoniae Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Serology Mycoplasma Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Myelin Associated Glycoproteins Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Myelin Oligodendrocyte Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Antibodies (MOG) Patient payment consent required. Myeloperoxidase Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Myoglobin (Serum) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Myoglobin (Urine-Screen) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Protect from light by foil wrapping. Inform patient test is non medicare rebateable. Receive patient consent.

Na (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Na (Urine-24hr) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Na (Urine-Random) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container NAP Score Test no longer available. NAR (Normalised Androgen Ratio) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube

Narcolepsy Genetic Screen Referred Specimens Blood/ACD tube Yellow Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only.

Nasal Swab (Eosinophils) Microbiology Swab in transport medium Nasal swab (Influenza)-PCR Molecular Swab/Dry swab Influenza A and Influenza B. Nasal Swab Micro & Culture Microbiology Swab in transport medium Neisseria gonorrhoea-PCR Immunology Urine, Swab/Chlamydia For female patients, initial urine collection for Gonorrhoea transport medium (Cobas PCR) is not a reliable sample. For male patients, the first 20 mL of any voided urine is an acceptable alternative to a swab. Ideally, the patient should not have urinated for one hour prior to the test.

Neonatal Bilirubin Biochemistry Blood/Paediatric SST tube Amber Please provide clinical details. Heel prick or venipuncture sample. Paediatric container must be at least half full.

Neoral (Cyclosporin) Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Note time & date of last dose.Collect sample within 10 minutes of 2 hours post dose unless otherwise indicated.

Neuronal Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Neurone Specific Enolase Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Neurontin Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Predose specimen.

Neurotensin Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Predose specimen.

Neutralising Antibodies to Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Please record date and time of patient's last treatment. Interferon B Neutrophil Alkaline Phosphatase Test no longer available.

Neutrophil Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red

Neutrophil Count Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Component of Full Blood Examination. Neutrophil Function This test must be booked with the Children's Hospital by the referring Dr. Tuesday morning collections only. Ph: 9345 5725.

NH3 Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Niacin (Vitamin B3) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish collection bottle with acid date / time on request form. preservative Nickel (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Please provide details of exposure (clinical and occupational). Nickel (Urine-24hr) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Please provide details of exposure (clinical and collection bottle with no occupational). A random collection is preferred. preservative Nicotine (Serum) Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red

Nicotine (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container #REF!

Nitrazepam Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

NK cells Haematology Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Dark Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only. 4mL tube Green, Lavender NMDA Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Serum or CSF specimen acceptable.Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. NMO Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Serum or CSF specimen acceptable.Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Nocardia Referred Specimens Pus/Gel Swab/Sterile Container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 101 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS Noradrenaline (Plasma) Referred Specimens Not recommended due to instability. Preferred specimen is 24hr urine Catecholamines.24 hour urine catecholamine measurement is the standard test for phaeochromocytoma. Plasma catecholamines are unstable and difficult to measure. Noradrenaline (Urine-24hr) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish collection bottle with acid date / time on request form.Test for phaeochromocytoma preservative and childhood neuroblastoma. Norclomipramine Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Nordiazepam Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Normalised Androgen Ratio Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Norovirus PCR Molecular Faeces/Faeces container Nortab Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Nortriptyline Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Norwalk Virus PCR Molecular Faeces/Faeces container NSE Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

NT Pro BNP Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. N-Teleopeptides Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Patient should fast overnight, empty bladder in the morning then collect 2nd void urine specimen. Nucleosome Antibodies Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Serum or CSF specimen acceptable. Nucleotidase Test no longer available. Nuelin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Note time and date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred, but if peak levels are requested the specimen should be collected 3 - 6 hours post dose. O3 (Serum) Test no longer available.

Oligoclonal Bands In Referred Specimens Blood should also be provided for EPP to maximise Cerebrospinal Fluid information obtainable from this test. Omega 3 Index Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Opiates (Urine -Screen) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Urine is the preferred specimen for drug analysis. Chain of custody documents must be completed in all medico- legal cases. Confirmation of patient identity (photo Id), direct observation of urine collection, temperature sensor in the urine container and tamper proof seals are required in some situations. Urine specimens are first subjected to a series of immunoassays to detect different groups of drugs (eg - benzodiazepines, opiates). If one or more groups are positive, further confirmatory testing can be done by gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GC- MS). Urine creatinine concentration is measured to test for excessive dilution of urine specimens.

Organic Acids Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Test for inborn errors of amino acid metabolism. Spot early morning urine collection required. Organochlorine Pesticides Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Please provide exposure details, including the names of pesticides the patient has been in contact with. If herbicides are also requested, a random URINE must be collected and the herbicides the patient has been in contact with must be listed.

Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 103 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS Organophosphate Insecticides Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Test for organophosphate or carbamate insecticide toxicity. Please provide clinical details including exposure to pesticides etc. Reduced red cell levels of cholinesterase usually equate with organophosphate and carbamate toxicity. Screening test intervals depend on levels of exposure. Orgaran Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue It is essential the type of heparin treatment is recorded on the request. For LMWH's the recommended collection time is 3 - 5 hours after drug administration. Please notify Haematology of collection. Ph: 9244 0483.

Osmo (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold If urine osmolality is also required, both specimens MUST be collected at the same time. Osmo (Urine-Random) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container A random urine collection is required. If serum osmolality is also requested, both specimens should be collected at the same time. Osmolality (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold If urine osmolality is also required, both specimens MUST be collected at the same time. Osmolality (Urine-Random) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container A random urine collection is required. If serum osmolality is also requested, both specimens should be collected at the same time. Osmotic fragility Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only.

Osteocalcin Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Ova, Cysts & Parasites Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Only 2 samples can be processed per 7 days. Ovarian Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Oxalate (Urine-24hr) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish collection bottle with acid date / time on request form. preservative

Oxychlordane Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Please provide exposure details, including the names of pesticides the patient has been in contact with. If herbicides are also requested, a random URINE must be collected and the herbicides the patient has been in contact with must be listed. P1NP Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

P3NP (PIIINP) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

P4 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold PAI -1-Plasminogen activated Referred Specimens Blood/Sodium citrate tube x 2 Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. inhibitor Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Palmitic Acid Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green

Panadol (Blood) Biochemistry Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Panadol (Urine-Screen) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Urine is the preferred specimen for drug analysis. Chain of custody documents must be completed in all medico- legal cases. Confirmation of patient identity (photo Id), direct observation of urine collection, temperature sensor in the urine container and tamper proof seals are required in some situations. Urine specimens are first subjected to a series of immunoassays to detect different groups of drugs (eg - benzodiazepines, opiates). If one or more groups are positive, further confirmatory testing can be done by gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GC- MS). Urine creatinine concentration is measured to test for excessive dilution of urine specimens.

p-ANCA Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold

Pancreatic Elastase (faeces) Biochemistry Faeces/Faeces container Transport frozen. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non- rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Pancreatic Enzymes Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Pancreatic Polypeptide Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red

Pangamic Acid Test no longer available. PAP (Prostatic Acid Phosphatase) Test no longer available.

Pap Smear Cytology Labelled fixed smear By appointment at specialised collection rooms only. PAPPA Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Testing is performed at the Murdoch institute. Please complete questionnaire. For the 1st trimester screen collect specimen between 9th and 13th week of pregnancy. Results are only released after an ultrasound report during the 11-13 weeks (nuchal translucency) is received and reviewed by the Murdoch institute (reports can be faxed to (03)8341 6389). For the 2nd trimester screen collect specimen between 14th and 20th week of pregnancy (most informative between 15th and 17th week). PAP-Thin prep Cytology ThinPrep collection vial Thinprep is performed as an adjunct to conventional PAP screening. Paracetamol Biochemistry Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Paraneoblastic Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Paraprotein Electrophoresis Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Test for B-cell malignancy such as multiple myeloma. Parasites Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Only 2 samples can be processed per 7 days. Parathion Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Test for organophosphate or carbamate insecticide toxicity. Please provide clinical details including exposure to pesticides etc. Reduced red cell levels of cholinesterase usually equate with organophosphate and carbamate toxicity. Screening test intervals depend on levels of exposure. Parathyroid Hormone Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Parathyroid Hormone (C Terminal) Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender

Parathyroid Hormone (Intact Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Molecule) Parechovirus PCR Molecular Swab/Dry swab Parietal Cell Antibody Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Parkinson's Disease Genetic Screen Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

PCB (Polychlorinated Biphenyls) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. PCP (Pneumocystis carinii) Referred Specimens Sputum/Sterile container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. PCV Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Component of Full Blood Examination. Pemphigoid Antibody Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Pemphigus Antibody Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Pentagastrin Test Test no longer available. PEP Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Test for B-cell malignancy such as multiple myeloma.

Perhexaline Maleate Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time and date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 4 hours post dose.

Peritoneal Fluid Micro & Culture Microbiology Fluid/Sterile container

Pernicious Anaemia Screen Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Peroxidase Antibodies Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Pertofran Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 12 hours post dose.

Pertussis Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Please indicate if testing immunity by vaccination or exposure. Pertussis PCR Molecular Swab/Dry swab Pertussis Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Please indicate if testing immunity by vaccination or exposure. Pertussis Serology (Immunity) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Please indicate if testing immunity by vaccination or exposure. Pesticides (Organochlorine) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Please provide exposure details, including the names of pesticides the patient has been in contact with. If herbicides are also requested, a random URINE must be collected and the herbicides the patient has been in contact with must be listed. Pexid Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time and date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 4 hours post dose.

PFA 100 This test is not available at Dorevitch Pathology. Please contact Box Hill Hospital (03) 9895 4905 for testing details. PGx MH (Mental Health) Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient prepayment required. Direct to www.gdpay.com.au or Ph: 1800 822 999

Phenol (Serum / Blood) Test no longer available. Phenol (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Phenols (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Please provide exposure and occupation details. Collect random urine immediately after the work shift or exposure. Inform patient test is non medicare rebtateable. Receive patient consent Phenothiazines (Serum) Test no longer available. Phenothiazines (Urine-Screen) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Urine is the preferred specimen for drug analysis. Chain of custody documents must be completed in all medico- legal cases. Confirmation of patient identity (photo Id), direct observation of urine collection, temperature sensor in the urine container and tamper proof seals are required in some situations. Urine specimens are first subjected to a series of immunoassays to detect different groups of drugs (eg - benzodiazepines, opiates). If one or more groups are positive, further confirmatory testing can be done by gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GC- MS). Urine creatinine concentration is measured to test for excessive dilution of urine specimens.

Philadelphia Chromosomes Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy

Phos (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Phos (Urine-24hr) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Phos (Urine-Random) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Phosphate (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Phosphate (Urine-24hr) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Phosphate (Urine-Random) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Phospholipase A2 Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold (PLA2R) Phospholipid Antibodies Haematology Blood/SST tube, Sodium citrate Gold, Light Full tube collection.Specimen is unstable and requires tube x 2 Blue transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Phosphorus (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Phosphorus (Urine-24hr) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Phosphorus (Urine-Spot) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Phylloquinone Test no longer available. Phytanic Acid Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube/Lith Hep Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. (no gel) Patient payment consent required.

PIEP Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Test for B-cell malignancy such as multiple myeloma. PIEP Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Test for B-cell malignancy such as multiple myeloma. Pigment Screen (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Protect from light by foil wrapping.

Pituitary Antibodies Test no longer available. PKU Referred Specimens Blood spot/Guthrie card HEEL PRICK SAMPLE REQUIRED. Please note: Card must be completely air dried and transported in a paper bag or envelope. Plasma Homocystine Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Fasting sample preferred. Plasma Metanephrine Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Plasminogen Referred Specimens Blood/Sodium citrate tube Full tube collection. Patient must rest for 15 minutes prior to collection. Collect without a tourniquet.Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre.

Platelet Aggregation Test Haematology Specimens must reach laboratory within 2 hours of collection. Please contact Haematology (03) 9244 0481 for booking and instructions. QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE COMPLETED Platelet Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube, EDTA Red, 10mL tube Lavender Platelet Antibodies & Platelet Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube, EDTA Red, Genotyping 10mL x 2, ACD tube x 2 Lavender, Yellow Platelet Associated Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube, EDTA Red, 10mL tube Lavender Platelet count Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Component of Full Blood Examination.

Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 112 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS Platelet factor 3 This test is not available at Dorevitch Pathology. Please contact Box Hill Hospital (03) 9895 4905 for testing details. Platelet Function Test Haematology Specimens must reach laboratory within 2 hours of collection. Please contact Haematology (03) 9244 0481 for booking and instructions. Platinum Test no longer available. Pleural Fluid Micro & Culture Microbiology Fluid/Sterile container PLP Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen is unstable and requires light protection and transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. PML – RAR Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Collect specimen Mon - Wed only.

PMT 22 Gene Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

Pneumococcal Antibody Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Used as a non specific immune function test and for assessing response to vaccine. No value in diagnosis of pneumococcal infection. Pneumococcal PCR Pneumococcal Urine Antigen Microbiology Urine/Sterile container Pneumocystis carinii Referred Specimens Sputum/Sterile container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Pneumocystis jiroveccii Referred Specimens Sputum/Sterile container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. PNH Screen Haematology Blood/Lith Hep, EDTA 4mL Dark Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only. Green, Lavender PO (Potassium) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Component of serum electrolytes. Please note: Blood specimens should never be placed in the fridge before centrifugation or the potassium will be likely increased.

PO4 (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold PO4 (Urine-24hr) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative

Porphobilinogen Deaminase Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Protect from light by foil wrapping.

Porphyrins (Faeces) Referred Specimens Faeces/Faeces container Protect from light by foil wrapping. Transport frozen.

Porphyrins (Plasma) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Protect from light by foil wrapping.

Porphyrins (Red Cell) Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Protect from light by foil wrapping.

Porphyrins (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Protect from light by foil wrapping. Spot specimen ONLY acceptable. Posaconazole Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Post Prandial Glucose Biochemistry Blood/Fluoride oxalate tube Grey Potassium (Red Cell) Test no longer available. Potassium (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Component of serum electrolytes. Please note: Blood specimens should never be placed in the fridge before centrifugation or the potassium will be likely increased.

Potassium (Urine-24hr) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative PRA (Ambulatory) Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen ideally collected between 8am & 10am.Requires a dedicated EDTA tube.

PRL (Prolactin) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Patient should rest 15 minutes before blood collection.

PRO Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Procalcitonin Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Procoagulant Screen Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube, EDTA 4mL Full tube collection.Specimen is unstable and requires tube, Sodium citrate x 3 transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Prog Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Progesterone Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Proinsulin Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Prolactin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Patient should rest 15 minutes before blood collection.

Prolactin x 3 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Patient should rest 15 minutes before blood collection.

Propanolol Test no longer available. Prostaglandins Test no longer available. Prostatic Acid Phosphatase Test no longer available. Prostatic Specific Antigen Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Measurement of Free Complexed and Total PSA may be useful in men with borderline PSA elevations. They are not usually indicated if PSA is < 2 or > 20. Protein (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Protein (Urine) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Protein / Creatinine Ratio Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Spot urine unless otherwise indicated. Protein C Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Full tube collection.Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Protein Electrophoresis (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Test for B-cell malignancy such as multiple myeloma. Protein Electrophoresis (Urine) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container An early morning collection is preferred. Protein S Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Full tube collection.Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Prothiaden Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Prothrombin 20210A Gene Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Criteria Applies. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non- Mutation rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Prothrombin Fragments 1 + 2 Referred Specimens Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Prothrombin Gene Mutation Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Criteria Applies. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non- rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

PSA Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Measurement of Free Complexed and Total PSA may be useful in men with borderline PSA elevations. They are not usually indicated if PSA is < 2 or > 20. PSA Free Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Pseudocholinesterase Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Test CHOLINESTERASE, SERUM for exposure and CHOLINESTERASE, RED CELL for toxicity. The CHOLINESTERASE (PSEUDOCHOLINESTERASE) is also low in inherited forms of scoline sensitivity. Please provide clinical and medication details including exposure to organophosphate pesticides etc. Serum cholinesterase levels drop first and provide a sensitive screening test for occupational organophosphate exposure. Reduced red cell levels usually equate with organophosphate toxicity. Screening test intervals depend on levels of exposure.

Pseudomembranous Colitis Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Sterile container required. Can share specimen with FZ.Please indicate any recent history of antibiotics. If causes of diarrhoea other than Clostridium difficile are possible or suspected a faeces sample for microscopy and culture should also be submitted. Psittacosis Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Atypical pneumonia. Chlamydia serology detects antibody to a group Antigen. PT (Pregnancy test) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold PT (Prothrombin Time) Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Full tube collection. PTH Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender PTH-rP (Para Thyroid Related Test no longer available. Peptide) Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 117 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS PTT Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Full tube collection. PTTK Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Full tube collection. Purkinje Cell Antibody (Hu, Ri & Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Yo) Pyridoxal Phosphate Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen is unstable and requires light protection and transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Pyridoxine Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen is unstable and requires light protection and transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Pyrroles (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container x 2 Collect 1 sterile container and 1 container with additive. Foil wrap & transport frozen. Contact the duty scientist for instructions.SAFE billing form must be signed by the patient before testing is performed.

Pyruvate Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green

Pyruvate Kinase Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green

q PCR for BCR-ABL Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only.

Q-Fever Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

QUAD Test Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Testing is performed at the Murdoch institute. Please complete questionnaire. For the 1st trimester screen collect specimen between 9th and 13th week of pregnancy. Results are only released after an ultrasound report during 11-13 weeks (nuchal translucency) is received and reviewed by the Murdoch institute (reports can be faxed to (03)8341 6389). For the 2nd trimester screen collect specimen between 14th and 20th week of pregnancy (most informative between 15th and 17th week).

R.P.R. (Rapid Plasma Reagin) Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold RA Latex Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Rabies Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Radio Allergo Sorbent Test Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Random Glucose / Sugar Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold If centrifugation is not immediately possible, collect a FLOX tube. RAST Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold RAST to Jumper Ant Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Red Cell Cholinesterase Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Test for organophosphate or carbamate insecticide toxicity. Please provide clinical details including exposure to pesticides etc. Reduced red cell levels of cholinesterase usually equate with organophosphate and carbamate toxicity. Screening test intervals depend on levels of exposure. Red Cell Co-Enzyme Q10 Dark Green Test no longer available.

Red Cell Copper Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy

Red Cell Count Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Component of Full Blood Examination. Red Cell Fatty Acids Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.Fasting sample preferred. Red Cell Ferritin Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Test no longer available.

Red Cell Folate Biochemistry Blood/SST tube, EDTA 4mL Test no longer available. tube Red Cell Magnesium Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green

Red Cell Morphology (Part of URC) Microbiology Urine/Sterile container

Red Cell Porphyrins Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Protect from light by foil wrapping.

Red Cell Selenium Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy Please provide clinical, medication and exposure details.

Red Cell Sodium Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy

Red Cell Zinc Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy

Reducing Substances-Faeces Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Transport frozen. Reducing Sugars-Faeces Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Transport frozen. Remicade Serology Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Renal Stones Biochemistry Stones/Sterile container Renal Test Group Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Please note: Blood specimens should never be placed in the fridge before centrifugation or the potassium will be likely increased. Renin (Ambulant) Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen ideally collected between 8am & 10am.Requires a dedicated EDTA tube. Renin (Recumbent or Lying) Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen ideally collected between 8am & 10am.Requires a dedicated EDTA tube. Renin / Aldosterone Ratio Biochemistry Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Gold, Specimen ideally collected between 8am & Lavender 10am.Requires a dedicated EDTA tube. Renin / Angiotensin Ratio Test no longer available. Reproductive Genetic Carrier Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Screen Respiratory Function Test Nursing By appointment at specialised collection rooms only. Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Molecular Swab/Dry swab PCR Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Serology Reticulin Antibodies Test no longer available.

Rickettsia PCR Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Rickettsia Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Travel history may be helpful.

Rickettsial Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Travel history may be helpful.

Risperidone Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred. Ristocetin Co Factor Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube x 2 Full tube collection.

Rivaroxiban Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue It is essential the type of heparin treatment is recorded on the request. For LMWH's the recommended collection time is 3 - 5 hours after drug administration. Please notify Haematology of collection. Ph: 9244 0483.

Rivotril Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Ro / La Antibodies Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold

RT3 Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Rubella PCR Referred Specimens Swab/Dry swab Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Rubella Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Assay for IgM and IgG in suspected case. Immunity determined by IgG quantitation. Rubella Specific IgM Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Assay for IgM and IgG in suspected case. Immunity determined by IgG quantitation. Salbutamol Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Salicylate Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Salivary Cortisol Biochemistry Saliva/Salivette tube Salivary Duct Antibody (Sjogren's Test no longer available. Syndrome) Salmonella Culture Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Only 1 sample can be processed per 7 days. Salmonella Typhi Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Serology useful for prevaccination only. For acute illness, faecal cultures should be performed on 2 separate stools, one week apart. Blood culture is optimal investigation for typhoid. SBR Biochemistry Blood/Paediatric SST tube Amber Please provide clinical details. Heel prick or venipuncture sample. Paediatric container must be at least half full.

SBT (Skin Bleeding Time) Haematology Not routinely performed. Rarely required - Referring Dr to discuss with haematologist before testing. Scabies Microbiology Skin scrapings/Sterile container

Schistosoma-Faeces Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Only 2 samples can be processed per 7 days. Schistosoma-Urine Microbiology Urine/Sterile container SCL-70 Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Scleroderma Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold SCN1A Gene Test Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Se (Red Cell) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy Please provide clinical, medication and exposure details.

Se (Serum) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy Please provide clinical, medication and exposure details.

Sedimentation rate Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Black Selenium Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy Please provide clinical, medication and exposure details.

Selenium (Red Cell) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy Please provide clinical, medication and exposure details.

Selenium (Serum) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy Please provide clinical, medication and exposure details.

Selenium (Urine) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Please provide exposure and occupation details. collection bottle with no preservative Semen Analysis Microbiology Semen/Sterile container Instruction sheet provided for patient. Specimen must reach laboratory within 3 hours of collection. Keep at room temperature. Semen- Post Vasectomy Microbiology Semen/Sterile container Semen-Infertility and reversal Microbiology Semen/Sterile container Instruction sheet provided for patient. Specimen must reach laboratory within 3 hours of collection. Keep at room temperature. Sensitive CRP Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Sensitive E2 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Sensitive Oestradiol Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold

Seroquel Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green

Serotonin Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Tumour marker - carcinoid tumour.

Sertraline Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Red

Serum C-Telopeptide Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Serum Light Chains Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Serum Lysozyme Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red

Serum pH Biochemistry Sex Hormone Binding Globulin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold SGOT Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold SGPT Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold SHBG (Sex Hormone Binding Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Globulin) SHG (Sex Hormone Binding Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Globulin) Shingles Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Processed urgently for exposure in pregnancy. Shingles-PCR Molecular Swab/Dry swab Herpes Simplex Virus I and II and Herpes Zoster tested simultaneously. Sickle Cell Test Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube, Lavender Blood/SST tube Silver Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Lavender

Simazine Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Please provide specific details of particular herbicide patient has been exposed to. Random urine collected immediately after work shift/exposure. If used as a screening NOT covered by Medicare. Please inform patient and receive censent.

Sinequan Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Sirolimus Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

Sjogren's Syndrome Test no longer available. Skeletal Muscle Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Skin Antibody Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Skin bleeding time Haematology Not routinely performed. Rarely required - Referring Dr to discuss with haematologist before testing. Skin Scrapings (Fungal Micro & Microbiology Skin scrapings/Sterile container Culture) Slapped Cheek Syndrome Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Slapped Cheek Syndrome.IgG antibodies are used to assess immunity while presence of IgM antibodies indicates a recent or current infection. SLE factor Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold SMA Carrier Test Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. SMC (Somatomedin C or IgF-1) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold SMN1 Gene Test Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

SNP Microarray Analysis Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

Sodium (Red Cell) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy

Sodium (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Sodium (Urine-24hr) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Sodium (Urine-Random) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Soluble Liver Antigen Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Soluble Mesothelin-Related Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Peptide (SMRP) Soluble Transferrin Receptor Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Solvent Screen Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.Please provide exposure and occupation details.

Spermatozoa Antibody Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

SPIA Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

SPIEP Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Test for B-cell malignancy such as multiple myeloma. Spinal Muscular Atrophy Screen Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 6mL tube x 2 Pink Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Spirometry Nursing By appointment at specialised collection rooms only. Sputum Cytology Cytology Sputum/Sterile container Ensure adequate specimens are collected. Patient should collected at most productive time of the day. Sputum Micro & Culture Microbiology Sputum/Sterile container Please indicate if special examinations are required (e.g. Fungi, Nocardia, Legionella and Acid-Fast Bacilli).

Sputum-TB Culture (AFB Sputum) Microbiology Sputum/Sterile container x 3 Collect early morning specimens. Sputum in sterile containers on 3 consecutive days. Squamous Cell Carcinoma Antigen Test no longer available.

SS-A, SS-B Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Staph Antibody Teichoic Acid Test no longer available. Antibodies Staph Screening / Carriage Microbiology Swab in transport medium STD Screen Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold STE (Sensitive Testosterone) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Sterility Control Microbiology Steroid Profile-Androgen Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and Metabolites collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Steroids This test is not available at Dorevitch Pathology. Please contact Australian Drug Sporting Agency (02) 9449 0154 prior to testing. Non-rebateable.

Strongyloides Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Useful in suspected chronic disease.

Styrene Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green

Sucrose lysis test Haematology Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only.

Sugar (Glucose) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold If centrifugation is not immediately possible, collect a FLOX tube. Sugar water test Haematology Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only.

Sulphonyl-Urea Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red

SurePath Cytology SurePath collection vial Swab M&C-Urethra Microbiology Swab in transport medium Swab M&C-Vaginal Microbiology Swab in transport medium Swab M&C-Wound Microbiology Swab in transport medium Swab Micro & Culture -Group B Microbiology Swab in transport medium Strep Swab Micro & Culture-Anus / Anal Microbiology Swab in transport medium

Swab Micro & Culture-Cervix Microbiology Swab in transport medium Swab Micro & Culture-Ear Microbiology Swab in transport medium Swab Micro & Culture-Eye Microbiology Swab in transport medium Swab Micro & Culture- Microbiology Swab in transport medium Nasopharyngeal

Title: Collection Instruction Document No: PP-COL-103 Version No: 11.0 Author: Spec Proj Officer Ver Date: 26/02/19 Authorising Officer: Spec Proj Officer Eff Date: 26/02/19 Page 130 of 152 |TEST NAME |DEPARTMENT |SPECIMEN CONTAINER |CAP COLOUR |COMMENTS Swab Micro & Culture-Nose Microbiology Swab in transport medium Swab Micro & Culture-Penis Microbiology Swab in transport medium Swab Micro & Culture-Pus Microbiology Swab in transport medium (Wound) Swab Micro & Culture-Rectum Microbiology Swab in transport medium Swab Micro & Culture-Throat Microbiology Swab in transport medium Swab Micro & Culture-Urethra Microbiology Swab in transport medium (Female) Swine Flu Serology Test no longer available. Synacthen Stimulation Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Test performed by appointment in hospital based collection centres. Synovial Fluid Biochemistry Microbiology Fluid/Sterile container Synovial Fluid Crystals Microbiology Fluid/Sterile container Synovial Fluid Micro & Culture Microbiology Fluid/Sterile container Synthetic Cannabinoids Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container

Syphilis PCR Referred Specimens Swab/Dry swab

Syphilis Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold T and B cell markers Haematology Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Dark Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only. 4mL tube Green, Lavender T and B cells Haematology Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Dark Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only. 4mL tube Green, Lavender T Cell Count Haematology Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Dark Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only. 4mL tube Green, Lavender

Tay-Sachs Screening Test Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube, EDTA 10mL Gold, Mon - Wed collection only. Must reach lab before tube Lavender 12:00pm. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.Incurs non- Medicare refundable fee. Please contact Sendaways (03) 9244 0341 for more details. TB Culture Microbiology Sputum, Urine, Tissue/Sterile container TB Quantiferon Gold Blood Test Immunology Blood/TB gold collection tubes Do not centrifuge tubes after collection.

TBG Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold TBIL Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold TCT Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Tegretol Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Teicoplanin (TCP) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Teleopeptides Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Patient should fast overnight, empty bladder in the morning then collect 2nd void urine specimen. Terbutaline Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Termination of Pregnancy Testing Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. TES (Testosterone) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Testicular Tumour Marker Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Testosterone (Free / Unbound) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Testosterone (Sensitive / Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Ultrasensitive) Testosterone (Total) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Tetanus Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Tetrahydrocannabinol (Urine- Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Urine is the preferred specimen for drug analysis. Chain of Screen) custody documents must be completed in all medico- legal cases. Confirmation of patient identity (photo Id), direct observation of urine collection, temperature sensor in the urine container and tamper proof seals are required in some situations. Urine specimens are first subjected to a series of immunoassays to detect different groups of drugs (eg - benzodiazepines, opiates). If one or more groups are positive, further confirmatory testing can be done by gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GC- MS). Urine creatinine concentration is measured to test for excessive dilution of urine specimens.

Tg (Thyroglobulin) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Tg Antibodies (Thyroglobulin Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Antibodies) Thalassemia screen Haematology Blood/SST tube, EDTA 4mL Gold, tube Lavender Thallium Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

Thallium (urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile Containeruthuth Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. THC (Urine-Screen) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Urine is the preferred specimen for drug analysis. Chain of custody documents must be completed in all medico- legal cases. Confirmation of patient identity (photo Id), direct observation of urine collection, temperature sensor in the urine container and tamper proof seals are required in some situations. Urine specimens are first subjected to a series of immunoassays to detect different groups of drugs (eg - benzodiazepines, opiates). If one or more groups are positive, further confirmatory testing can be done by gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GC- MS). Urine creatinine concentration is measured to test for excessive dilution of urine specimens.

Theo Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Note time and date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred, but if peak levels are requested the specimen should be collected 3 - 6 hours post dose. Theodur Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Note time and date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred, but if peak levels are requested the specimen should be collected 3 - 6 hours post dose.

Thin Prep (Pap smear) Cytology ThinPrep collection vial Thinprep is performed as an adjunct to conventional PAP screening. Thiocyanate (Blood) Test no longer available. Thiocyanate (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Thiopurine metabolites Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only.

Threadworm Microbiology Throat Swab Microbiology Swab in transport medium Throat Swab (Influenza) Molecular Swab/Dry swab Influenza A and Influenza B. Thrombin Clotting Time Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Thrombophilia Screen Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube, EDTA 4mL Dark Blue, Full tube collection. QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE tube, Sodium citrate x 3 Gold COMPLETEDSpecimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Thyrogastric Auto Antibody Screen Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold

Thyroglobulin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Thyroglobulin Antibodies Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Thyroid Antibodies Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold

Thyroid Peroxidase Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Thyroid Releasing Hormone Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold TSH is routinely performed. Free T4 will be measured in addition to TSH in certain patients. Please supply a comprehensive history including exactly what medication the patient is taking. Thyroid Stimulating Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Thyroid Stimulating Hormone Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold TSH is routinely performed. Free T4 will be measured in addition to TSH in certain patients. Please supply a comprehensive history including exactly what medication the patient is taking. Thyrotrophin Receptor Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Thyrotropin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold TSH is routinely performed. Free T4 will be measured in addition to TSH in certain patients. Please supply a comprehensive history including exactly what medication the patient is taking. Thyroxine (Free) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold TSH is routinely performed. Free T4 will be measured in addition to TSH in certain patients. Please supply a comprehensive history including exactly what medication the patient is taking. Thyroxine (Total) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Thyroxine Binding Globulin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold TIBC Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Includes Iron, Transferrin, TIBC, % saturation and Ferritin.

TIBC + Iron Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Includes Iron, Transferrin, TIBC, % saturation and Ferritin.

Tin Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

Tissue Transglutaminase Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Antibodies Tissue Typing Referred Specimens Blood/ACD tube x 2 Yellow Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. TNI (Troponin I) Biochemistry Blood/Lith Hep with gel tube Light Troponin I only is assayed. Green Tobramycin Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose.Please supply details of dosing details and schedule. For daily dosing, collect one sample only 6 - 14 hours after the dose. If dosing is not daily, Pre and Post Tobramycin levels should be collected.

Tocotrienols Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Fasting sample preferred.Protect from light by foil wrapping.Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Tofranil Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 12 hours post dose.

Toluene (Urine) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Random urine is preferred or collected at end of shift for occupational exposure. Toluene Di Isocyanate Test no longer available.

TORCH screen Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold TORCH includes Toxoplasma, Rubella, CMV, and Herpes serology. Total Bilirubin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Total Haemolytic Complement Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold The specimen must be centrifuged immediately after (Serum) clottingSpecimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre.

Total IgE Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Total Iron Binding Capacity Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Includes Iron, Transferrin, TIBC, % saturation and Ferritin.

Total T4 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Total Testosterone Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Sensitive total testosterone assay is used for males and females < 15 yrs and females > 40 yrs. Toxacara Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Toxoplasma PCR Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

Toxoplasmosis Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold TPA (Tissue Plasminogen Referred Specimens Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue Full tube collection. Patient must rest for 15 minutes prior Activator) to collection. Collect without a tourniquet.Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre.

TPHA Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold TPHA (Treponema Pallidum Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Haemagglutination) TPMT (Metabolites) Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only.

TPMT (Thiopurine Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Test for genetically-determined sensitivity to potential for Methyltransferase) toxic accumulation of certain drugs. TPO Antibodies Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Transcobalamin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Transferrin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Component of Iron Studies. Transferrin isoforms Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Transferrin Saturation Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Includes Iron, Transferrin, TIBC, % saturation and Ferritin.

Transglutaminase Antibodies Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Transketolase (Red Blood Cell) Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen is unstable and requires light protection and transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Transplantation Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/ACD tube x 2 Yellow Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Transthyretin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Treponema Pallidum Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Trichomonas Microbiology Swab in transport medium Trichomonas PCR Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container, Swab in transport medium Trig Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Triglyceride Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Triiodothyronine (Free) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold TSH is routinely performed. Free T4 will be measured in addition to TSH in certain patients. Please supply a comprehensive history including exactly what medication the patient is taking. Trimipramine Referred Specimens Blood/Plain plastic tube Red Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 12 hours post dose.

Triple Test (Maternal Screen) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Testing is performed at the Murdoch institute. Please complete questionnaire. For the 1st trimester screen collect specimen between 9th and 13th week of pregnancy. Results are only released after an ultrasound report during 11-13 weeks (nuchal translucency) is received and reviewed by the Murdoch institute (reports can be faxed to (03)8341 6389). For the 2nd trimester screen collect specimen between 14th and 20th week of pregnancy (most informative between 15th and 17th week).

Tryptase Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Collect 1-3 hours after reaction (anaphylaxis) or anytime if suspected mastocytosis. Tryptic Activity (Faeces) Referred Specimens Blood/SST, Faeces/Faeces Gold Transport frozen. container TSH Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold TSH is routinely performed. Free T4 will be measured in addition to TSH in certain patients. Please supply a comprehensive history including exactly what medication the patient is taking. TSH & Free T4 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold TSH is routinely performed. Free T4 will be measured in addition to TSH in certain patients. Please supply a comprehensive history including exactly what medication the patient is taking. TSH Receptor Antibodies Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

TTR Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Typhoid Agglutination Test Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Serology useful for prevaccination only. For acute illness, faecal cultures should be performed on 2 separate stools, one week apart. Blood culture is optimal investigation for typhoid.

Tyrosine (Serum) Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Test for inborn errors of amino acid metabolism.

Tyrosine (Urine-Screen) Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Test for inborn errors of amino acid metabolism. Spot early morning urine collection required. U, E & C Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Please note: Blood specimens should never be placed in the fridge before centrifugation or the potassium will be likely increased. UA (Serum) Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold UA (Urine-24 Hr) Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative UA (Urine-Random) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container UDS (Urine drug screen) Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Urine is the preferred specimen for drug analysis. Chain of custody documents must be completed in all medico- legal cases. Confirmation of patient identity (photo Id), direct observation of urine collection, temperature sensor in the urine container and tamper proof seals are required in some situations. Urine specimens are first subjected to a series of immunoassays to detect different groups of drugs (eg - benzodiazepines, opiates). If one or more groups are positive, further confirmatory testing can be done by gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GC- MS). Urine creatinine concentration is measured to test for excessive dilution of urine specimens.

UFC (Urine-24hr) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form.Please note: spot or preservative random urine specimens are unsuitable. UGT1A1 Genotype Genomic Diagnostics Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Ultrasensitive E2 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold

Urinary Legionella Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Not suitable for routine diagnosis - only useful in screening cases. Urinary Lysozyme Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container

Urinary Steroid Profile Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form. preservative Urine Acidification Test Test no longer available. Urine Albumin / Creatine Ratio Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Dr to specify timing of collection. Urine BHCG (Hydatidiform Mole) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form.For Hydatid Mole only. preservative Urine Chemistry Dipstick Microbiology Urine/Sterile container Semi-quantitative test. Urine Chromium Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Spot urine specimen also acceptable.Please provide collection bottle with no clinical, medication and lead exposure details. preservative Urine Cytology Cytology Urine/Sterile container Collect the FIRST part, or all (not mid stream), of the SECOND or later VOID of the day. Specimens should be sent to the laboratory on the day of collection.

Urine Free Light Chains Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container An early morning collection is preferred. Urine Mercury Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Please provide details of exposure (clinical and occupational). A random collection is preferred. Urine Micro & Culture (MSU) Microbiology Urine/Sterile container Urine Microalbumin Biochemistry 24hr urine collection/Urine No preservative (plain). Please note start date / time and collection bottle with no finish date / time on request form.Dr to specify timing of preservative collection. Urine Microalbumin / Creatinine Biochemistry Urine/Sterile container Dr to specify timing of collection. Ratio Urine Pigment Screen Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Protect from light by foil wrapping.

Urine Pyrroles Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container x 2 Collect 1 sterile container and 1 container with additive. Foil wrap & transport frozen. Contact the duty scientist for instructions.SAFE billing form must be signed by the patient before testing is performed.

Urobilinogen (Urine-Screen) Microbiology Urine/Sterile container Semi-quantitative test. Uroporphyrin Quantitation Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Protect from light by foil wrapping. collection bottle with no preservative

Valproate Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Valproic Acid Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Note time & date of last dose. Predose sampling is preferred but should not be less than 6 hours post dose.

Vanadium-Urine Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container 24 hr specimen also acceptable.Exposure testing.

Vanco Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Note time & date of last dose.Please supply details of dosing details and schedule. Collect PRE just prior to next dose. PEAK LEVEL: Collect sample 30 minutes after the end of infusion. Record time infusion completed on request form also date and time of specimen collected.

Vancomycin Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Note time & date of last dose.Please supply details of dosing details and schedule. Collect PRE just prior to next dose. PEAK LEVEL: Collect sample 30 minutes after the end of infusion. Record time infusion completed on request form also date and time of specimen collected.

Vancomycin Resistant Enterococci Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Can be performed on a faeces specimen or rectal swab. Screen Varicella Zoster IgG / IgM Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Processed urgently for exposure in pregnancy. Varicella Zoster PCR Molecular Swab/Dry swab Herpes Simplex Virus I and II and Herpes Zoster tested simultaneously. Varicella Zoster Serology Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Processed urgently for exposure in pregnancy.

Vasopressin Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube, EDTA 10mL Gold, Measurement of plasma ADH in expensive and usually tube Lavender unnecessary. SIADH - diagnosis is clinical plus measurement of serum and urine osmolality and sodium. ADH measurement is not indicated. Polyuria / Polydipsia - the most useful information is 24 hour urine volume and spot urine osmolality after withholding fluids overnight. This must be done with care if the 24 hour urine volume is high. Exclude diabetes mellitus and urinary tract infection. Lithium therapy and hypercalcaemia can also cause polyuria. Formal fluid deprivation test in hospital is required if the 24 hour urine volume is high.

Vasopressor Level Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube, EDTA 10mL Gold, Measurement of plasma ADH in expensive and usually tube Lavender unnecessary. SIADH - diagnosis is clinical plus measurement of serum and urine osmolality and sodium. ADH measurement is not indicated. Polyuria / Polydipsia - the most useful information is 24 hour urine volume and spot urine osmolality after withholding fluids overnight. This must be done with care if the 24 hour urine volume is high. Exclude diabetes mellitus and urinary tract infection. Lithium therapy and hypercalcaemia can also cause polyuria. Formal fluid deprivation test in hospital is required if the 24 hour urine volume is high.

Vault Smear Cytology Labelled fixed smear By appointment at specialised collection rooms only. VDRL (RPR) Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Venesection Nursing Very Long Chain Fatty Acid Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube Dark Green Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required.

Viscosity (Plasma) Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender

Vitamin A Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Fasting sample preferred.Protect from light by foil wrapping.Specimen is unstable and requires transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Vitamin B1 Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen is unstable and requires light protection and transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Vitamin B12 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Vitamin B15 Test no longer available. Vitamin B2 Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen is unstable and requires light protection and transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Vitamin B3 Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish collection bottle with acid date / time on request form. preservative Vitamin B5 Test no longer available. Vitamin B6 Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Specimen is unstable and requires light protection and transportation on ice. Collection is preferable at a Dorevitch centre. Vitamin B9 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Vitamin C (Serum) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Protect from light by foil wrapping.Specimen is unstable and requires immediate processing. Collection to be performed at a Dorevitch centre. Vitamin D Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Vitamin D3 Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold

VMA (Urine-24hr) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine Acid preservative. Please note start date / time and finish collection bottle with acid date / time on request form.Test for phaeochromocytoma preservative and childhood neuroblastoma. Voltage Gated Calcium Channel Referred Specimens CSF/Blood/Sterile Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Antibody (VGCC) Container/SST Patient payment consent required. Voltage Gated Potassium Channel Referred Specimens CSF/Blood/Sterile Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Antibody (VGKC) Container/SST Patient payment consent required. Von Willebrand Assay Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube x 2 Full tube collection.

Von Willebrand Factor Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube x 2 Full tube collection.

Von Willebrand Multimer assay Referred Specimens Blood/Sodium citrate tube x 3 Full tube collection.Document bleeding / bruising history of patient and any significant family history. Voriconazole Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender

VRE Microbiology Faeces/Faeces container Can be performed on a faeces specimen or rectal swab. Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. VWM Referred Specimens Blood/Sodium citrate tube x 3 Full tube collection.Document bleeding / bruising history of patient and any significant family history. VZV (Varicella Zoster) Antibodies Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Processed urgently for exposure in pregnancy.

VZV (Varicella Zoster) IgG / IgM Immunology Blood/SST tube Gold Processed urgently for exposure in pregnancy. VZV (Varicella Zoster) PCR Molecular Swab/Dry swab Herpes Simplex Virus I and II and Herpes Zoster tested simultaneously. Wasserman Reaction (WR) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

White Cell Count Haematology Blood/EDTA 4mL tube Lavender Component of Full Blood Examination. White Cell Enzyme Tests Referred Specimens Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Collect specimen Mon - Thurs only.

Whooping Cough PCR Molecular Swab/Dry swab Whooping Cough Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Please indicate if testing immunity by vaccination or exposure. Widal Test (Salmonella) Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Serology useful for prevaccination only. For acute illness, faecal cultures should be performed on 2 separate stools, one week apart. Blood culture is optimal investigation for typhoid. Wilson's Disease - ATP 7B Referred Specimens Blood/10mL EDTA tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Wound Swab Micro & Culture Microbiology Swab in transport medium Xa Haematology Blood/Sodium citrate tube Light Blue It is essential the type of heparin treatment is recorded on the request. For LMWH's the recommended collection time is 3 - 5 hours after drug administration. Please notify Haematology of collection. Ph: 9244 0483.

Xanthochromia CSF Referred Specimens Performed ideally on the 4th tube; 3rd tube is also suitable. Specimen to be foil wrapped immediately after collection. X-Match Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. Xylenes Referred Specimens Urine/Sterile container Please provide exposure and occupation details.

Xylose Absorption Test Referred Specimens Patient is to attend Monash Health for testing.

Zap 70 Referred Specimens Blood/Lith Hep tube, EDTA Lavender, Collect specimen Mon - Fri only. 4mL tube Dark Green

Zarontin Test no longer available. Zika PCR Molecular Blood/EDTA 10mL tube Lavender Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Patient payment consent required. Zika Serology Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold

Zinc Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy

Zinc (Plasma) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy

Zinc (Red Blood Cell) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy

Zinc (Urine-24hr) Referred Specimens 24hr urine collection/Urine collection bottle with no preservative IEP Biochemistry Blood/SST tube Gold Test for B-cell malignancy such as multiple myeloma. IDC (Indirect Coomb's test) Blood Bank Blood/EDTA 6mL tube Pink Please note: NPAAC guidelines stipulate labelling requirements of the request form and specimen are: Full given and surname, date of birth or UR number, date and time of collection, clinical diagnosis, collector's signature or initials on the specimen and a collector's declaration on the request form. Apolipoprotein B1 Test no longer available. Zn (Serum) Referred Specimens Blood/Trace element tube Navy

ZnT8 (Zinc Transporter 8 Receptor Referred Specimens Blood/SST tube Gold Non-rebateable test. Refer to non-rebateable price list. Antibodies Patient payment consent required.

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