In this section
The results availability times given here represent the time generally required to produce a result following receipt of the sample in the laboratory. Sample transport times are not included.
Where appropriate, if a result is required the same day samples must be received sufficiently early to allow completion of the test. Contact the lab if the test you require is not listed.
These tests are available during the normal working day.
For further advice or information, call 0161 276 4689 or 64803.
| Test
(performed at ORC/Trafford/ |
Specimen requirements | Results available (from time of receipt in lab) | ||
| Urgent | Non-urgent | Reports available | ||
| Serum intrinsic factor antibodies (carried out on patients with a low B12 level – less than 120ng/l)
(Trafford) |
1 x 4.9ml brown top gel tube
1 x 1.2ml brown top gel tube (paeds only) |
N/A | 5 working days | 7 days |
| Erythropoietin (EPO)
(Trafford) |
1 x 4.9ml brown top gel tube
1 x 1.2ml brown top gel tube (paeds only) |
N/A | 5 working days | 7 days |
| Haemochromatosis
C282Y and H63D genotyping (Performed by the North-West Genetic Diagnostic Service) (ORC) |
Green cap vacutainer [1.3ml neonate or 2.9ml paediatric and adult] | – | <3 weeks | <3 weeks |
(Last reviewed July 2024)