Phone lab and send direct to immunology at room temperature. If sample received 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
2
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)
Additional Referral/Aliquot Information
2 x 5 mL EDTA blood (1 x EDTA - Immuno and1 x EDTA Haem).
1 x 5ml EDTA blood is sufficient only if the CBCD has already been performed by the requestor and the result is provided to CHL. Send at room temperature ASAP.
Test Method
Flow cytometry
Contact Canterbury Health Laboratories on +64 3 364 0484 or email LabInfo@cdhb.health.nz
