Test Name: Haemoglobin, Serum 
Alternate Test Names  
PLS Test Code PHB  Laboratory Biochemistry 
Specimen Blood  Analysis Performed On Plasma 
Container Lithium Heparin Tube  Container colour Green 
Multiple specimens OR EDTA Tube OR Serum (SST) Tube 
Required Volume Adult (mL) Req Vol Paediatric (mL)
Reference Ranges Plasma: < 20 mg/L, Serum: < 50 mg/L. 
Turnaround Time Routine 8 Hours  Turnaround Time Urgent 2 Hours 
Turnaround Other  
Days test is performed Daily  Transport Room temperature 
Special Requirements None 
Patient Preparation None 
Collection Instructions Venepuncture. 
Clinical Information  
Sent to Reference Laboratory No 
Ref Laboratory Name  
Estimated Patient Fee N/A 
Last Updated 25-Aug-2006 (Version: 1.00)