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Flow Cytometry, Hemepath Consult
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| Test Code(s): |
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FLOWHM / HCFLOWHM
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| CPT Code(s): |
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88184, 88185 x n (determined by Hematopathology faculty)
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| Test Description: |
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Test Component: The flow cytometry immunophenotyping panel is determined by the Hematopathology faculty based on sample size, review of morphology and medical history.
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| Methodology: |
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Flow Cytometry
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| Clinical Significance: |
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Used for flow cytometry of suspected hematologic malignancy.
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| Days Performed: |
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Mon-Fri, dayshift- specimens are accepted at any time.
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| Turnaround Time: |
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Routine: 2 - 3 working days.
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Specimen Requirements
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| Collection Instructions: |
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An order for a CBC and differential must accompany blood requests. Outside clients should send CBC and differential results and an unstained slide with blood specimens.
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| Specimen Transport: |
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Transport specimen to UWHC Core Laboratory (B4/220). See additional information for stability requirements. Blood specimens must be kept at room temperature. Do NOT centrifuge.
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| Unacceptable Criteria: |
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Hemolyzed, clotted, frozen or over heated specimens are not acceptable. Blood samples greater than 24 hours old at time of analysis are not acceptable.
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| Stability: |
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Ambient: See additional information
Refrigerated: See additional information
Frozen: Not acceptable
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Interpretation
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| Additional Information: |
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| Specimen |
Container |
Volume |
Stability |
| BAL |
Sterile
container
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Min. 1 mL |
Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerate: 48 hours
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| Blood |
Lavender |
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Ambient: 6 hours
if CBC and Diff
results do not
accompany
specimen; 24 hours
if they do.
Refrigerate: Not
Acceptable
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Bone
Marrow
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Green |
Min. 1 mL |
Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerate: 48 hours
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| Body Fluid |
Sterile
container or
Lavender
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Min. 1 mL |
Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerate: 48 hours
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| CSF |
Sterile
container
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Min. 1 mL |
Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerate: 48 hours
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Fine Needle
Aspiration
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Sterile
container
with Tissue
Media
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Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerate: 48 hours
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| Tissue |
Sterile
container
with Tissue
Media
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Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerate: 48 hours
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This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by the UWHC Clinical Laboratories. This test meets the standards for clinical testing. This test should not be regarded as investigational or for research use. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not approved or cleared this test; however, the FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary.
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