Bone Marrow Procedure

Overview
Department	Haematology
Test Code
Synonyms	Bone marrow aspirate and trephine.
Turnaround Time	1-2 weeks   (Specialist genetic testing may take up to 4 weeks)
Stability – Add test
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type	Bone marrow aspirate and trephine
Specimen Transportation	Ambient
Preferred
Acceptable
Pediatric Requirements
Aliquot Requirements
Sample Type
Minimum Volume
Aliquot Transportation	Samples must reach laboratory before 4pm to make courier
Clinical Information
Reference Intervals	Haematologist interpretation provided in report
Test Method	Assistance in the collection and processing of bone marrow aspirate and trephine.
Advanced Notice	Prior consultation required. Phone 7876 to schedule a time
Patient Preparation	Refer to Clinical SOP
Comments
Bone marrow aspirate and trephine analysis performed at Medlab Central, Palmerston North Hospital   Cell surface markers and Cytogenetic analysis performed at Canterbury Health Laboratories. Assistance ONLY is provided in collection of Bone Marrow.   Same day CBC and blood film required.