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Department of Haematology

Notes

  • Useful in cases of suspected chronic leukaemia or lymphoma.
  • Tests are performed by the North Bristol NHS Trust.
  • This test would only be added onto a sample following discussion with a Consultant Haematologist. Please note, usually a fresh sample is required.

Sample Requirements

4ml EDTA tube

EDTA with cap


Read more information on performing flow cytometry on non-blood specimens.

Turnaround Time

For turnaround times, please follow this link.

Please note; The published turnaround time is taken from receipt of the sample in the Bristol laboratory. As this is a send away test, please take in to consideration sample transportation time and that Bristol do not provide routine services on weekends or bank holidays

Reference Ranges

N/A.

Information:

Updated: December 2024