Supplies for Submission
Lavender Top (2)
Specimen Collection
- Only available in Dallas-Fort Worth.
- Call the lab for a STAT pickup. Not available for Friday.
- Write "ATTN Send outs" on the requisition.
- Collect samples on Monday to Thursday only.
- Submit a minimum of 5.0 mL whole blood.
Storage Requirements
Critical Refrigerated.
Specimens are stable if refrigerated for 72 hours.
Causes for Rejections
Frozen specimens or specimens stored at room temperature are not accepted.