Test Name: Serotonin 
Alternate Test Names 5HT 
PLS Test Code BOR  Laboratory Biochemistry 
Specimen Blood  Analysis Performed On Serum 
Container Plain Tube 10 ml  Container colour Red 
Multiple specimens  
Required Volume Adult (mL) 10  Req Vol Paediatric (mL)  
Reference Ranges  
Turnaround Time Routine 4 Weeks  Turnaround Time Urgent  
Turnaround Other  
Days test is performed Weekly  Transport Transport on Ice 
Special Requirements Specimen must reach the Laboratory within 4 hours of collection. Plasma is not suitable. Gel tubes are not suitable. 
Patient Preparation  
Collection Instructions Place Specimen on Ice 
Clinical Information  
Sent to Reference Laboratory Yes 
Ref Laboratory Name St Vincent's Pathology, St Vincent's Hospital, Tel: Biochem 02 8382 9100, Pharmacology 02 8382 2044, Address: St Vincent's Pathology (Sydpath), St Vincent's Hospital, Victoria Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010 
Estimated Patient Fee N/A 
Last Updated 30-May-2007 (Version: 1.01)