The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne

Specimen Collection

Test Name

Zinc

Test Code

CUZN-ZINC

Specimen Type

Serum (GEL) (preferred) or Lithium Heparin

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Comments

LAB NOTES

If only Lithium Heparin sample is received, remove plasma and label aliquot accordingly.

Assay Performed

Complex Biochemistry

RCH

9345 4200

Laboratory Hours: 0830 - 1700 Monday to Friday, (excluding Pub Hol)

After Hours: Week end / Pub Hol - Scientist on call 0800 to 2000hr

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Assay Frequency

Monday to Friday