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Laboratory: Hematology
Test Name:
HEINZ BODY STAIN - (B)
Test Code: MISC
Clinical Information:
Specimens from infants under 6 months of age; test results are unreliable.
Collection Devices:
Specimen Required:
Blood: 4.0 mL
Pediatric Blood: 2.0 mL

Send out at room temperature.
Lab must be notified 7 days prior to collection in order to request cheque to ship with sample.
Referral:
Whole Blood: 4.0 mL
Pediatric Whole Blood: 2.0 mL

This test is sent out to ARUP Laboratory.  Sample must be shipped at room temperature Monday - Thursday only.   Specimen must be received within 24 hours of collection; testing must be performed within 48 hours of collection.
http://ltd.aruplab.com/Tests/Pub/0049090
Requisition:
Reference Values:
Direct negative induced <40%
Availability:
Prior arrangement required with Director of Hematology or delegate.
Must be pre-approved by Hematopathologist, prior to collection, unless ordered by Hematologist.
See Also:
More Information:
Ship at room temperature, with 24 hours of collection, to:  
ARUP Laboratories
500 Chipeta Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84108-1221