Pathology

Test & Collection Guide

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Vitamin A

Alternate names:

beta carotene, Carotene

Laboratory:

Referred Test

Test Code:

VITA

Specimen types:

Serum

Container types:

Serum tube with gel

Collection Instructions:

Transport specimen at Room Temperature to lab

Wrap specimen in foil to protect from light

Minimum Adult Volume:

2 mL

Notes:

Consult dietitian before requesting vitamin assays on inpatients.

Specimens for vitamin assays must be taken before dietary changes are implemented

Frequency:

Weekly

Result Turnaround Time:

7-10 days

Reference Interval:

1.10-2.80 umol/L

Laboratory Use Only

Storage Instructions:

Spin, separate serum, wrap in foil and freeze

Transport frozen

External Laboratory:

Royal Childrens Hospital

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