Determine the phenotype of abnormal plasma cells
Pathology orders only
Immediately following collection, mix sample thoroughly by gently inverting 8 - 10 times to prevent clotting
Lavender (EDTA), 4mL
Body fluid
Bone marrow
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)
Tissue
Body fluid:
Bone marrow:
Bone marrow transport vial/tube
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)
Sterile vial/container
Tissue
RPMI with Hepes/Pen strep/FBS -15 mL
Manual request clients:
EDTA whole blood:
Ambient
Body fluid:
Refrigerated
Bone marrow:
Ambient
Spinal fluid:
Refrigerated
Tissue:
Refrigerated
Flow cytometry