| Methodology: |
Quantitative Cone-Plate Viscometer
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| Performed: |
Mon-Fri
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| Reported: |
1-4 days
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| Specimen Required: |
Collect: Lavender (EDTA), pink (K2 EDTA), or green (sodium or lithium heparin).
Specimen Preparation: DO NOT FREEZE. Transport 3 mL whole blood. (Min: 0.6 mL)
Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.
Unacceptable Conditions: Frozen specimens. Clotted or hemolyzed specimens.
Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 4 days; Frozen: Unacceptable
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