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Laboratory: Clinical Immunology
Test Name:
HEREDITARY SPHEROCYTOSIS - (B)
Test Code: HSFC
Clinical Information:
Note:  This test replaces Osmotic Fragility Testing
AKA: EMA, Eosin 5 Meleimide, OF, Band 3 Protein by Flow
 
Collection Devices:
Specimen Required:
Blood: 4.0 mL
Pediatric Blood: 0.5 mL

Larger volume will allow for reflex/repeat testing if required.
Referral:
Requisition:
Reference Values:
13.6 - 16.0 MCF Units
 
Availability:
By Prior Arrangement Only
Call Immunology Lab (204-787-1986) at HSC to arrange testing (Monday - Thursday only) ; 2 day TAT
See Also:
More Information:
Submit the following with the specimen:
One (1) stained peripheral blood smear
Copy of CBC results