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Immunophenotyping (cell markers)

EDTA Bone Marrow Trephines: send in 10% Formalin CSG: send in a sterile container

Test	Immunophenotyping (cell markers)
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Clinical Indication	Primarily used to help diagnose, classify or monitor leukaemias and lymphomas.
Specimen Type	Blood Bone Marrow Aspirates Bone Marrow Trephines CSF
Sample Type	EDTA Bone Marrow Trephines: send in 10% Formalin CSG: send in a sterile container
Minimum Volume	1 x 3 mL (adult) 1 x 0.5 mL (paed) Bone Marow Aspirate: Approx 1mL CSF: Minimum 0.5mL
Special Precautions	Please discuss with Consultant Haematologists in the first instance
Stability	24 hrs
Turnaround Time	3-4 weeks
Laboratory	HMDS Leeds St James University Hospital
Reference Interval	N/A
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Additional Information

Update for visitors

Visiting restrictions are in place at our hospitals to stop the spread of norovirus. These restrictions will be in place until further notice.

The following wards are closed to visitors:

York Hospital: Ward 29 and Ward 37.

There are four exceptions only to the restrictions. These are:

For patients who are receiving end of life care

Paediatric patients (babies and children)

Maternity care

The family carers of those with dementia

We understand these restrictions can be difficult when a loved one is unwell. The restrictions will be reviewed daily and lifted as soon as it is safe. Thank you for your understanding as we try to reduce the spread of norovirus in our hospitals.