Whole Blood
Use
This test is designed to generate additional volume of whole blood to assist in completing testing scenarios where further testing is necessitated. It serves as a supplementary capacity for tests that require larger volumes of whole blood.
Special Instructions
This test is not orderable as a standalone test. It provides supplementary volume for whole blood when additional testing is necessary. Collection should be done using the specified container types, and the specimen should not be aliquoted before submission.
Limitations
This is a non-orderable test for the sole purpose of generating additional volume of whole blood. It cannot be used independently and must be accompanied by other necessary tests where additional blood is needed. Limitations on its usage include reliance on the primary tests that dictate the need for this supplementary volume.
New York Approved
Methodology
Other (Collection Only)
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
3 mL
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA); Acceptable: Yellow top (ACD) or light-blue top (3.2% sodium citrate)
Collection Instructions
Invert several times to mix blood. Send specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |