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Immune Function Tests (Sendaway Test)

Laboratory:

Haematology

Test Code:

IFT

Specimen Types:

Blood

Container Types:

Lithium Heparin (without Gel)

Collection & Request Instructions:

Collect in am
Deliver to laboratory within 60 minutes
Retrospective testing not possible.

Assay is only performed TUESDAY and sample must reach RCH laboratory by 12 midday. Therefore sample must be received in Northern Pathology laboratory by 10am.

Requesting doctor must get approval from the reference laboratory (RCH Immunology) and indicate specific tests required.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature
Send to lab immediately

Assay Frequency:

Weekly