Test Name: Aluminium 
Alternate Test Names Al 
PLS Test Code ALM  Laboratory Biochemistry 
Specimen Blood  Analysis Performed On Plasma 
Container Sodium Heparin Tube 7 mL  Container colour Dk Blue 
Multiple specimens  
Required Volume Adult (mL) Req Vol Paediatric (mL)
Reference Ranges 0 - 0.8 umol/L 
Turnaround Time Routine 2 Weeks  Turnaround Time Urgent  
Turnaround Other  
Days test is performed Weekly  Transport Room temperature 
Special Requirements Sodium Heparin Tubes available from stores on request. 
Patient Preparation None 
Collection Instructions Venepuncture 
Clinical Information  
Sent to Reference Laboratory Yes 
Ref Laboratory Name Analytical Reference Laboratory, Tel: 03 9539 5455, Address: 568 St Kilda Road, melbourne VIC 3004 
Estimated Patient Fee N/A 
Last Updated 25-Aug-2006 (Version: 1.00)