Carotene, Plasma (Plasma / Serum)

Department

Lipids/Trace Metals

Delphic Registration Code

CARO

Laboratory Handling

Separating

Separate serum within 4 hours of collection. Aliquot to Lipids / Trace Metals- Fridge. Protect the separated serum from the light by wrapping the tube with foil. At least 1.5ml of sample is required.

Laboratory

Reject if mild or gross haemolysis

Test Adds

Stable refrigerated for 14 days, as long as separated and stored correctly.

Turnaround Time

3 weeks

Test Code

3442