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Test Code PNH Flow Cytometry - PNH

Important Note

**Refer to FCM Flow Chart for ordering guide**

Testing is performed on fresh sample and samples should be dispatched to reach Flow Lab from Monday to Friday noon at the latest for processing during office hours on weekdays only. As such, do not dispatch samples on eve of Public Holiday, Saturday and Sunday.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Container/Tube: Lavender Top (EDTA)
Volume: 3mL

Minimum Volume: 1mL

Collection Instructions: Send whole blood specimen to Flow Cytometry laboratory immediately. Specimen must reach the laboratory by 12 noon.

Reference Interval

See laboratory report

Days and Times Performed

Monday through Friday. TAT 20 working days

Methodology

Flow Cytometry

Service Code

12178

Update

Last updated 22/10/2024

Added new Test Info

Unacceptable Condition

 

Haemolysis                               Mild OK; Gross reject
Icterus NA
Lipaemic NA
Others Clotted or insufficient reject

 

Specimen Stability

** Preferred temperatures for storage prior to and during shipping to NUH **

 

Sample Type Whole Blood           
Ambient (Preferred) 24 hours
Frozen NA

 

Testing Laboratory

National University Hospital
Flow Cytometry, 67724016

Useful For

This test aids in diagnosis and monitoring of paroxysmal nocturnal haemoglobinuria

Test Info

Pre-arrange with Haematology before ordering the test.

 

This laboratory test has undergone in-house evaluation with appropriate quality assurance and control measures in line with laboratory best practice and accreditation requirements.

 

Reagent(s) used in this test is/are ordered through HSA’s Special Access Route, which provides interim access without full registration.