Specimen Requirements

Container/Tube:

Preferred: Pleural and peritoneal (ascites, pancreatic) fluid

Acceptable: Other body fluids must have Pathology approval before being reported

Specimen Volume: 0.1 mL of body fluid.

Stability: Specimens can be stored at 2 – 8°C for 5 days. For longer storage, samples may be

               frozen at -20°C or colder for up to 6 months.

Note: 1. Bilirubin is photosensitive. Specimens must be protected from light.

          2. Indicate specimen source on specimen container and in computer.