Full Blood Examination |
Ordering information: | The parameters measured will be Hb, WCC, Platelet count, RBC, HCT, MCV, MCH, MCHC and WBC differential.
Examination of a blood fllm will be performed if indicated by results or requested as film with clinical notes to support request |
Alternate names: | FBE, Full Blood, Full Blood Examination |
Laboratory: | Haematology |
Test Code: | FB |
Specimen types: | Blood |
Container types: | EDTA
EDTA - Paediatric |  |
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Collection Instructions: | Transport specimen at Room Temperature to lab
Samples found to have clots cannot be tested |
Minimum Adult Volume: | 1 mL |
Paediatric Minimum Volume: | 0.5 mL |
Frequency: | Daily |
Result Turnaround Time: | 2 hours |
Reference Interval: | Reference Ranges are for adults aged 15 - 99 years.
For all reference rangers including paediatric reference ranges, please contact laboratory (BH = 9895 3473, AN = 9764 6136, MA = 9871 3572) |
Accessing Results
EMR: Pathology results are available via EMR.
Auscare: If EMR is unavailable, results can be accessed through Auscare. Don’t have an Auscare login? Complete the Auscare User Form.
To access Auscare, see instructions.
Forms & Collection Guides
Consent Form – Non-Medicare Tests
For tests not covered by Medicare. Download Form
Pathology Request Form
Printable referral form for submitting pathology requests. Download Form.
Microbiology Swab Collection Guide
Step-by-step instructions for correct swab collection. Download Guide.
Preferred Order of Draw
Instructions to ensure accurate blood collection and results. View Instructions
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