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5.0 REFERENCE RANGE
Please refer reference range provided in the test results/reports.

6.0 REPORTING RESULTS INTEGRATED

After validation, the result will be despatched to the designated pigeon hole as soon as
the result is ready. If the result is a critical value, it will be informed to the requesting
doctor / ward staff via the telephone.

Please refer to the laboratory turnaround time (LTAT) as guidance while tracing the
results.

Notes:
After result reporting, the laboratory keeps the routine tests samples for an average
of 2 days before they are discarded.

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