DNA and RNA storage (Bone Marrow) Test | Austin Pathology

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DNA and RNA storage (Bone Marrow)

Alternate Names	-
Test Code	ASDNA
Testing Laboratory	Molecular Diagnostics - Genetics
Specimen Type	Bone Marrow
Container Type	4 mL EDTA (Purple Top)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	-
Collection Instructions	BONE MARROW Please collect 4 mL EDTA tube Bone Marrow. Instructions for: Metropolitan Collection Centres DO NOT COLLECT AFTER MIDDAY FRIDAY OR AT ALL ON SATURDAY. DO NOT COLLECT AFTER MIDDAY THE DAY BEFORE A PUBLIC HOLIDAY. Instructions for: Regional Collection Centres DO NOT COLLECT ON FRIDAY OR SATURDAY. DO NOT COLLECT THE DAY BEFORE A PUBLIC HOLIDAY. Must be delivered to Austin Pathology within 48 hours of collection.
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	As Required
Min Test Volume	2mL
Add On Test Suitability	Contact Molecular Diagnostics - Genetics on 03 9496 5657 to confirm add on suitability.

Container ID	EWL, EW
CSR Instructions	Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions If request is from a doctor at the Austin Clinical Genetics Unit, please code ACGU instead. Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception Place tube in Molecular storage tub for 'ASDNA' in CSR walk-in fridge.
Laboratory Instructions	None
Accredited Test	Yes

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