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eD-H Order Code
LAB3183
Specimen Collection Information
| Specimen | Minimum Test Volume | Container | Special Handling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ascites Fl | 3.0 ML | Syringe | Sterile Do Not Freeze |
| Blood | 7.0 ML | Grn Na Hep | Do Not Spin |
| Bone Marrow | 3.0 ML | Grn Na Hep | Do Not Spin |
| CSF | 3.0 ML | Syringe | Sterile Do Not Freeze |
| Fixed Tissue | 1.0 ML | Paraffin | |
| Lymph Node | 1.0 ML | Syringe | Sterile Do Not Freeze |
| Pleural Fl | 3.0 ML | Syringe | Sterile Do Not Freeze |
| Tumor | 0.5 mg | Syringe | Sterile Do Not Freeze |
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ship in sodium heparin (dark green top) tube at room temperature.
Specimen Stability
Store at room temperature, do not spin. Protect from freezing. Please transport specimen as soon as possible (within 24 hrs).
Additional Specimen Instructions
Please provide 1-3mL of unclotted leukemic blood or bone marrow in sodium heparin coated syringe or tube. If FISH testing is also requested, specify the probe, disease type, or reason for genetic referral. No additional sample is required.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Performing Lab Section
Cytogenetics