B Cell subsets for Immunodeficiency

Department

Immunology

Delphic Registration Code

LSMA

Laboratory Handling

Phlebotomy

EDTA whole blood

Registration

Send direct to Immunology or after hours place into immunology bin at room temperature

Synonyms

Memory B cells
Switched memory B cells

Specimen Type

• Whole Blood

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• EDTA (Lavender Cap)

Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

5

No of Samples Required

1

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• EDTA (Lavender Cap)

Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

5

Additional Specimen Information

DO NOT REFRIGERATE

Aliquot Instructions

Sample Type

• Whole Blood

Minimum Volume (ml)

5

Transport to Lab

Ambient (8 - 24 degrees Celsius)

Test Method

Flow cytometry

Contact Canterbury Health Laboratories on +64 3 364 0484 or email LabInfo@cdhb.health.nz

Contact Information

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