MRD by Flow Cytometry Test | Austin Pathology

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MRD by Flow Cytometry

Alternate Names	Measurable Residual Disease
Ordering Information	Not performed on CSF specimens. For monitoring of known leukaemia patients.
Cerner Test Name	Minimum Residual Disease
Laboratory	Referred Test
Specimen	Bone Marrow
Container	Lithium Heparin - No Gel (green)
Additional Collection Instructions	If sample is collected on a friday, please send to the laboratory as soon as possible.
Minimum Adult Volume	None
Minimum Paediatric Volume	None
Frequency	As required

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Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)

Test Code	MRD
Container ID	EW, EWP, CH
Opt. Specimen	Blood
Opt. Container	Lithium Heparin
Storage Instructions	Store specimen at room temperature
Transport Instructions	Transport at room temperature
Laboratory Notes	Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions Specimens should be forwarded to Heidelberg Sendaways department. Please ensure samples are not given to Austin Flow Cytometry.
External Laboratory	Cell Therapy & Flow Cytometry, Royal Children's Hospital