Laboratory Medicine Program

Flow Cytometry – Bone Marrow
(Flow Cytometry – Bone Marrow, Immunophenotyping)

Clinical Decription:
Provides relative proportions of major leukocyte populations in the investigation of hematologic disorders, including leukemia/lymphoma. Results are interpreted and reported by a hematopathologist.

Method: Flow Cytometry; BD FACS Lyric

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
Reference ranges for this test are not available online. However, they are included in all test results. For more information, please call us.

Specimen Type: Bone Marrow aspirate
Collected In: Sodium heparin
Volume: 3mL mL (minimum: 2mL mL)

Shipping: Room temperature

Special Instructions: Samples received greater than 48 hours from the time of collection may yield suboptimal results; requests and collections for testing should be made in alignment with stability and Flow Cytometry laboratory operating hours (business hours). Bone marrows sent specifically for Myeloma MRD testing require 4-6mL of material, split into two EDTA tubes. Keep samples at room temperature at all times. Send specimens immediately.

Testing Schedule(s): Monday - Thursday (0900-1700), Friday (0900-1200).

Turnaround Time: 7 days

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For more information, call 416.340.5227 or 1.866.865.5227

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