Unstable Haemoglobin / Unstable Hb / Isopropanol Precipitation Test
(a) Tests must be booked with Special Haematology lab PH 9594 3490.
(b) Samples must be collected on Mon - Thurs (preferably AM). DO NOT collect blood for this test on Fridays or days preceding public holiday. Samples MUST be transported at 4oC.
(c) Phone Special Haematology lab before collection on ext 43490.
(d) Adult Volume - 3 mL and Paediatric Volume - 2 mL. A separate dedicated EDTA tube is preferred.
Hb H Preparation / Hb H inclusions
(a) Samples must be collected on Sun - Fri. Collections on Fridays must arrive at the Clayton laboratory by 1pm. DO NOT collect blood for this test on Saturdays or days preceding public holidays.
(b) Phone Special Haematology lab before collection on ext 43490 (Mon - Fri).
