Flow cytology (non-blood)
Test Information
Test Name
Flow cytology (non-blood)
Preferred Specimen
FNA/Tissue biopsies, etc. in RPMI Media
Testing Location
Referral
Collection Information
Availability
Monday - Thursday collection only
Processing Information
Registration Code
FLOT
Notes
- If there is more than 1 sample, process and register separately (e.g. 2 Tonsil pieces in 2 different containers from the same patient)
- Samples should be sent to the laboratory ASAP. Flow cytometry is best performed on fresh samples less than 24 hours old.
Site Specific Notes
- Waikato
Urgent sendaway, use yellow sticker
External Referral Information
Referral Location
Waikato Hospital Laboratory
Send Away Notes
Must reach WHL by 11am Friday
External Lab Website