Phlebotomy Requirements
Send current FBC and reticulocyte results with sample. Blood transfusion within the last four months will affect results. Any red cell transfusion given must be declared on the request form.
Collection
Hospital or GP. Mon-Thurs.
Sample container
All Colchester & Ipswich samples: 3.4ml Red EDTA, Min vol: 1ml.
Site
All Colchester & Ipswich samples: Kings College , TAT: 2w.
Notes
Non-fasting. No specific patient preparation required.
