Test Directory
INR (International Normalised Ratio)
Containers - Adult
Green Cap Tube 3.0ml (Sarstedt)
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Volume Range
3.0ml
Additive per Container
Sodium Citrate |
Containers - Child
1.4ml citrate sarstedt monovette tube
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Volume Range
Additive per Container
Sodium Citrate |
Reference ranges
The therapeutic range is dependent on clinical condition.
Laboratory Site
Old Dalkeith Road
Edinburgh
EH16 4SA
Howden
Livingston
West Lothian
EH54 6PP
Edinburgh
EH4 2XU
Transport arrangements
Sample should reach the laboratory as soon as possible, post collection.
Sample storage arrangements
Room Temperature
Special instructions for collection
Coagulation samples (green top) MUST be filled to the green line indicated on the tube.
How to request
TRAK / Request form
Availability
Mon - Fri Routine service 09:00 - 17:00. Sat / Sun Routine service 09:00 - 13:00. Please contact the laboratory for urgent samples outside of routine hours.
Anticipated turnaround
1 day
What happens if the result is positive or abnormal
The laboratory will telephone abnormal results where it appears that these are likely to be clinically significant. Please provide an appropriate telephone or bleep number.
General additional information
This test is used for Warfarin Control.
For information on the use of Monovettes, please click here - Monovette error flyer FINAL.doc