| Methodology: |
Enzymatic
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| Performed: |
Sun-Sat
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| Reported: |
1-2 days
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| Specimen Required: |
Collect: One 10 mL yellow (ACD Solution A), one 7 mL green (sodium or lithium heparin), or one 5 mL lavender (EDTA) or pink (K2EDTA).
Transport: 3 mL whole blood at 2-8°C. (Min: 1.5 mL)
Pediatric Collection/Transport: 1.5 mL whole blood at 2-8°C. (Min: 0.25 mL)
Remarks: Enzyme most stable in acid citrate dextrose (ACD). Do not freeze.
Stability: Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: Unacceptable
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