Lithium

Test information: Lithium is a monovalent alkali metal, which is usually absent in the human body. It is used in the treatment of manic depression psychosis.

Specimen Type(s)

• Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Gold Top SST BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• Clear - Plain;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

4ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

Taken 12 hours POST-dose.

Maximum add on time

5 days

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

0.4 - 1. 0 mmol/L

UKAS number

8869

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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