Invert the tube several times to assure that no clotting takes place.
If the patient has 10% or more circulating blasts, also send a peripheral blood specimen (green top tube -sodium heparin) to Cytogenetics. Notify Cytogenetics (800-222-5835, ext. 16388) when specimen is collected.
Include results of most recent hemogram (CBC and differential), pertinent clinical information and appropriate ICD-10 code(s).
Bone core biopsy is acceptable, collect in sterile media such as RPMI or Hanks.
No contingent/ hold orders will be accepted Fridays or Saturdays due to loss of specimen integrity.
Contingent/ hold orders must be resolved by the client by 1500 Friday.
If notification is not received, chromosome analysis will be performed and charged. Contact the Cytogenetics Department at 715-221-6388.