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Hereditary Spherocytosis Screening Test
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General
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Clinical Use:
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Flow cytometry testing based on reduced dye binding for the diagnosis of Hereditary Spherocytosis.
This test replaces the Osmotic Fragility Test. |
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Availability:
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Samples are tested Monday-Friday. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| HES, Osmotic Fragility, |
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Code:
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HES |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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Refer to report or laboratory
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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EDTA (LAVENDER), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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Collection Instructions:
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Regional Services: Collect sample Monday-Thursday only.
Do not collect prior to public holidays or on weekends. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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0.5mL |
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Stability:
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3 days chilled |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Contact Phone
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| Flow Cytometry |
Haematology |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4023 |
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Last Updated : 08-10-2020 08:16 |