Cell Sorting for RFL ()
Department: Cytogenetics
Test Synonym(s): LAB5964, CG Cell Sorting for MDL RFL, Cell Sorting CG
Methodology: Isolate highly purified CD3+ cells and CD33+ myeloid cells from fresh human whole blood by immunomagnetic positive selection.
Tube Type: Dark green top (Sodium Heparin)
Specimen: Blood
Volume: 4 mL
Minimum Volume: 2 mL
Temperature: Room temperature
Stability: Room temperature: 2 days; Refrigerated: 7 days
Reasons for Rejection: QNS, clotted, specimen age, questionable results
Days Performed: Monday - Friday
Times Performed: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
TAT: 7 days
Significance: Analysis of DNA for 15 independently segregating polymorphic sites and 1 gender specific marker for the identification of Recipient versus Donor Cells Post Transplantation
Special Instructions: Call the Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory at 615-343-8121 Cytogenetics Laboratory 615-875-0225 if additional assistance is needed regarding specimen requirements or submission or if patient has received a transfusion in the prior 2 weeks.
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