Tests:Total Protein, Plasma

Overview
Department	Biochemistry
Test Code	PTP
Synonyms	TP Protein, total
Turnaround Time	1 – 2 hrs
Stability – Add test
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type	Plasma Serum
Specimen Transportation
Preferred	6 mL Plain Red-Top
Acceptable	4 mL Green-Top
Pediatric Requirements	600 µL Li-Hep Microtainer
Aliquot Requirements
Sample Type
Minimum Volume
Aliquot Transportation
Clinical Information
Reference Intervals	Newborn 46 - 70 g/L   0-6 months 44 - 76 g/L   6 months-1yr 51 - 73 g/L   1-2yrs 56 - 75 g/L   Adult 64 - 83 g/L
Test Method	Ci8200 analyser.
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