Department:
Biochemistry
Tube Colour:
Dark Green AND Lavender
Pseudonyms:
Neutrophil Oxidative Burst and Phagocytosis
Test Code:
NF
Availability:
Weekly (Tuesdays only)
Collection Requirements:
4.5mL Lithium Heparin NO GEL and 3mL EDTA.
Sample only to be collected on a TUESDAY morning - must reach lab by 1100 for transport to RCH by 1300. Label request as URGENT.
Requires own tube?:
Yes
Reference Laboratory:
Royal Children's HospitalLaboratory ServicesLevel 4, East Building50 Flemington RoadParkville, Vic 3052tel 03 9345 4200fax 03 9345 9884
Reference Range:
Notes:
Assay is performed at RCH on Tuesday afternoon. Sample must only be collected on a TUESDAY morning. Sample must reach MH pathology lab by 1100 for transport to RCH by 1300. Mark request as URGENT to facilitate immediate transport.
