Preferred Sample Type
Suitable Specimen Types
- Li Hep Plasma
10 mL blood
Sample Processing in Laboratory
Send frozen, on the same day. Reference lab must be informed before samples are sent. Arrange same day deliverySample Preparation
Please contact the DB on bleep 2506 before collecting samples. Collect blood sample into chilled lithium heparin tube. Freeze plasma as soon as possible after collection.Turnaround Time
6 weeksSample Stability
Freeze plasma as soon as possible after collectionCatecholamines (plasma)
General Information
Plasma catecholamines are not a first line test for the investigation of phaeochromocytoma. Please use urinary catecholamines. If these results are equivocal, plasma metanephrines may be useful for further investigation. Please visit the relevent webpages or contact the DB on bleep 2506 for more information.
Patient Preparation
Please contact the DB on bleep 2506 before collecting samples.
Notes
None Given
Reference Range
Provided by reference lab.
Specifications
- EQA Status: No EQA Scheme available