Investigation Name:Vitamin K

Pathology Laboratory:Clinical Chemistry/ Biochemistry

Requestable Seperately?Yes

Lower Reference Range Limit:0.25 nmol/mmol

Upper Reference Range Limit:2 nmol/mmol

Minimum Sample Volume:1mL

Expected Turnaround Time:7-14 working days from receipt

Test Code:VITK

Sample Type:

Collection Conditions / Other Information:MUST BE DISCUSSED WITH DUTY BIOCHEMIST BEFORE COLLECTION.
- Fasting sample
- Protect from light
LAB INSTRUCTIONS: To be received in the referral laboratory within 72hrs of collection if this is not possible, store frozen until sending. Send by first class post.

Reference Laboratory Details:Clin. Biochem.,Royal Infirmary, 84 Castle Street, Glasgow ,G4 0SF (Tel. 0141 2114632)

Referred to Another Laboratory?Yes

Further information:Rarely required - deficiency assessed by prothrombin time.

Contact Number:01902 307 999 Ext 88266