Pathology Handbook

Neutrophil function assay

Laboratory:

Immunology

Test Code:

NFA

Registration Instructions:

Test only performed on a Tuesday at the Royal Childrens Hospital. Specimen must arrive at the testing laboratory before 1pm. Do not collect on any other day.

Specimen Types:

Blood

Container Types:

Lithium Heparin (without Gel)

Adults Volume or Mass:

6 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

1 mL

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Processing Instructions:

Do Not Centrifuge

Assay Frequency:

Weekly

External Laboratory:

Royal Children's Hospital Laboratory Services

External Transport Instructions:

Send at ambient temperature