Test Name: Haemoglobin 
Alternate Test Names Hb; Hgb 
PLS Test Code Hgb  Laboratory Haematology 
Specimen Blood  Analysis Performed On Blood 
Container EDTA Tube 4 ml  Container colour Mauve 
Multiple specimens  
Required Volume Adult (mL) Req Vol Paediatric (mL) 0.5 
Reference Ranges  
Turnaround Time Routine 4 Hours  Turnaround Time Urgent 30 Minutes 
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)