Laboratory Medicine
Test Directory / Cobalt
Cobalt
EDTA
| Test | Cobalt |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | COB |
| Profile | NA |
| Tube type | EDTA |
| Clinical Indication | Some patients implanted with metal on metal hip replacements develop soft tissue reactions due to wear debris. If suspected, MHRA recommend that whole blood chromium and cobalt are measured. |
| Specimen Type | Blood |
| Sample type | EDTA whole blood |
| Minimum Volume | 2mL |
| Special Precautions | No special requirements |
| Stability | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Turnaround Time | 5 - 10 days |
| Laboratory | SAS Trace Element Lab Surrey Research Park 15 Frederick Sanger Road Guildford Surrey GU2 7YD 01483 689978 |
| Reference Interval | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Limitations | Contact Referral Laboratory |
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