Collect and deliver specimens for testing into the correct collection containers.

Follow any specific instruction as indicated in the sample types of various profile screening listing and alphabetical (single) test listing of Laboratory Services Guide.

All specimens submitted to the laboratory must be properly identified by indicating the patient's name and NRIC (or Passport) number on every specimen tube, slide or specimen container submitted. Please PRINT patient's particulars and tests to be ordered CLEARLY on the laboratory request form to facilitate the ordering and testing processes by the laboratory.

All specimens should be properly sealed (e.g. capped firmly or screwed tightly) before transportation to the laboratory. Do not submit specimens in syringes, irregardless of whether the needles are attached or not.

Place the request form and specimen containers, from a single patient, in an individual specimen envelope (plastic bag). Do not combine different patients' samples in the same envelope.

Note (2):

For test Malaria Parasites (MP), please indicate patient's Nationality on the request form as stipulated by Ministry Of Health.

Note (3):

For test Dengue IgG and/or IgM Antibody, please indicate patient's address on the request form as stipulated by Ministry Of Environment.