Mean Cell Haemoglobin, Blood
Tests:Mean Cell Haemoglobin
Test performed as part of full blood count
Overview | |
|---|---|
| Department | Haematology |
| Test Code | CBCD |
| Synonyms | MCH |
| Test Availability | Monday - Sunday, testing routinely available out of hours |
| Turnaround Time | 15 min - 4 hours |
| Stability – Add test | 24 hours |
Specimen Requirements | |
| Specimen Type | Whole blood |
| Preferred | 4 mL EDTA Purple-Top |
| Acceptable | |
| Unacceptable | Clotted samples
Samples older than 6 hours |
| Specimen Transportation | |
| Paediatric Requirements | 0.5 mL EDTA Microtainer |
Aliquot Requirements | |
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Clinical Information | |
| Reference Intervals | Reference range given with report. |
| Test Method | Sysmex XN-2000 |
| Advanced Notice | Not required |
| Patient Preparation | Not required |
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