Test ID: EXHB
Hematologic Disorders, DNA/RNA Extract and Hold, Blood
Specimen Type 
Describes the specimen type needed for testing
Whole blood
Specimen Required Defines the optimal specimen. This field describes the type of specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing. The volume allows automated processing, fastest throughput and, when indicated, repeat or reflex testing.
Specimen must arrive within 72 hours of draw.
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA)
Acceptable: ACD
Specimen Volume: 4 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Invert several times to mix blood.
2. Send specimen in original tube.
Additional Information: Date of draw is required.
Reject Due To Identifies specimen types and conditions that may cause the specimen to be rejected
| Hemolysis | Mild OK; Gross reject |
| Lipemia | NA |
| Icterus | NA |
| Other | Paraffin-embedded material |
Specimen Stability Information Provides a description of the temperatures required to transport a specimen to the laboratory. Alternate acceptable temperature(s) are also included.
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Whole blood | Ambient (preferred) | 72 hours |
| Refrigerated | 72 hours |
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