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Test Overview
Flow Cytometry; multi-fluorochrome
This test is for evaluating the depth of response after treatment for multiple myeloma
Pathologist interpretation of results provided.
*Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Specimen Requirements
Should be collected from a first pull aspirate (the person collecting the marrow should redirect the Jamshidi) into a heparinized syringe that will be transferred into a 7ml green top and thoroughly mixed
Add 4 ml of first pull bone marrow aspirate to a green top sodium heparin Vacutainer® tube. Send intact specimen at room temperature within 4 hours of collection.
The following information is required on a Hematopathology Consult requisition:
1.Relevant clinical history
2.Clinical or morphological findings and suspicions
3.Specimen source
4.Date and time of collection
5.Phone number and after hours pager number for ordering physician
Add 4 ml of first pull bone marrow aspirate to a green top sodium heparin Vacutainer® tube. Send intact specimen at room temperature within 12 hours of collection.