IMPORTANT: ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS

Add EDTA to the syringe prior to obtaining the specimen.

Obtain a “first pull” to assure sufficient blast cells for testing.

Gently expel the specimen into fresh Weisenthal Cancer Group HEMATOLOGIC transport media (red/orange top).

Seal the inner and outer transport vials securely.

Mix by gentle inversion.

Keep the specimen cool.

Use a frozen cold pack (-20C).

Do not freeze the specimen.

Do not use dry ice for shipping.

Transport the specimen via overnight courier the same day it is collected.