Preferred Sample Type
Suitable Specimen Types
- Serum
- Li Hep Plasma
1 ml blood (minimum sample volume 20 uL)
Specimen Transport
Not applicable
Sample Processing in Laboratory
No special requirements
Sample Preparation
Centrifuge on arrival
Turnaround Time
1 daySample Stability
4 ºC
Albumin
General Information
Hypoalbuminaemia may occur due to a variety of illnesses, such as hepatic disease, dietary influences, tissue damage due to burns or inflammation and proteinuria due to nephrotic syndrome. Hyperalbuminaemia is of little diagnostic significance except in cases of severe dehydration and malnutrition.
Patient Preparation
None
Notes
No significant interference from haemolysis, icterus or lipaemia.
Reference Range
Neonate (<4wks) 30-45 g/L
Infant (4wks-1yr) 30-45 g/L
1-16yrs 30-50 g/L
Adult 35-50 g/L
(Source : Pathology Harmony Recommendations)
Specifications
- EQA Scheme?: Yes
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EQA Status:
UK NEQAS for Clinical Chemistry Scheme