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Clinical System Name
ADA, Bone Marrow Failure
Synonyms
Adenosine Deaminase, bone marrow failure
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Lavender/EDTA
Preferred Vol: 3.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 1.0 mL
Note:
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: N
Aliquot: N
Temp: 2 - 4 C
Storage location: Affix large Cerner label to vacutainer and refrigerate whole blood in the CPA refrigerator Send Outs rack.
Off-site collection: Do not spin. Store and transport refrigerated.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood | Room temp |
|
| Refrigerated | 14 d | |
| Frozen |
Unacceptable |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | Twice a week | 7- 14 d |
Performing Laboratory
Stanford University Medical Center
Stanford Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Laboratories
Attn: Specimen Processing
3375 Hillview Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Phone Number: (877) 717-3733
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
Methodology
Method: Spectrophotometry
Analytical Volume: 1.0 mL Whole Blood
Limitations:
Reference Range
| EU/gm Hgb |
| 0.33 - 0.96 |
CPT Codes
82657
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | Adenosine Deaminase, Blood |
| Reference Test Number: |
ADAQ |
| Instructions: |
Send CBC and Retic results along with sample at ambient temperature via FedEx Priority Overnight. Stanford accepts Saturday deliveries. |