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Mitogen Stimulation Assay

Source Blood
Mnemonic MSA
Specimen Requirements

2 x 4 mL dark green top SODIUM heparin tubes, NOT PST

Whole blood

Must be collected and delivered on Thursdays only.

Extra-regional: Collect a "normal" control sample at same time.

Specimen Handling DO NOT centrifuge, refrigerate, or freeze specimens. Keep specimens at room temperature.
Deliver to Flow Cytometry prior to 12:00.
Additional Information This is a restricted test. The test MUST be booked with Flow Cytometry at 403-944-4771.
Testing Location Flow Cytometry
Testing Frequency Once weekly on Friday.
Alternate Name(s)  
Reference Interval