Test ID: 9738
Bone Histomorphometry, Qualitative
Specimen Type
Describes the specimen type needed for testing
Varies
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 Type: Bone of preference is anterior iliac crest
Container/Tube: Metal-free container (Supply T173)
Collection Instructions: Fix specimen in 70% ethanol.
Additional Information: For further information, see Bone Histomorphometry Fact Sheet (Supply T579) in Bone Histomorphometry in Special Instructions.
Forms: Bone Histomorphometry Information Sheet (Supply T352) in Special Instructions
Specimen Minimum Volume
Defines the amount of specimen required to perform an assay once, including instrument and container dead space. Submitting the minimum specimen volume makes it impossible to repeat the test or perform confirmatory or perform reflex testing. In some situations, a minimum specimen volume may result in a QNS (quantity not sufficient) result, requiring a second specimen to be collected.
NA
Reject Due To
Identifies specimen types and conditions that may cause the specimen to be rejected
| Hemolysis | NA |
| Lipemia | NA |
| Icterus | NA |
| Other | NA |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Varies | Ambient (see instructions) | |


