Test Lookup

Test Lookup Guidance Notes

See our A-Z test index and profiles, allergy profiles, latest tests, request forms and sample requirements online. We offer full commitment to customer service and we are keen to continue developing strong working relationships providing help and support to referring doctors and their practices.

 

Storage Timeframes below are for guidance only and are developed alonside RCPath guidelines.  Please contact the relevant department for further advice.

Haematology – 1 day (Stability limited for coagulation to 8 hours)

Biochemistry –  3 days

Immunology – 1 month

Microbiology – Dependant on sample type;    Wounds, swabs, urines, sputum, faeces – 1 week,  Tissues and Fluids – 2 months,  Routine bloods – approx. 2 weeks

A - Z of Tests

Code Test Name / Profile Department
Histology - Small Specimens (biopsies) - Routine Histology view test
Histology - Small Specimens (biopsies) - Urgent Histology view test
Histology - Renal Biopsy - Autoimmune studies (IMF) Histology view test
Histology - Skin Biopsy - Autoimmune studies (IMF) Histology view test
Histology - Products of Conception Histology view test
FOQ - Family Origin Questionnaire (request includes Full Blood Count) Haemoglobinopathy - Antenatal booking patients Haematology view test
HBOPART - Haemoglobinopathy Screen Partner Test (request includes Full Blood Count) Haemoglobinopathy Screen - Antenatal Partner Screening Haematology view test
HIB Haemophilus Influenzae B (HiB Antibodies, Functional Antibodies). Immunology view test
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