THE EXAM MUST BE CARRIED OUT IN ASSOCIATION WITH LYMPH NODE CYTOLOGY

Sample type/quantity: Lymph node aspirate in autologous serum or possibly in RPMI + 3–4 unstained slides for cytological evaluation – for correct interpretation of cytofluorimetric results, the immunophenotype must be combined with a cytological evaluation of the lymph node.

Storage/shipping: Samples should be stored and shipped at room temperature.

Drop-off days: Daily from Monday to Saturday.
Days of execution/referral: Daily from Monday to Saturday.
Wait times: Reports are issued within 2 working days, barring unforeseen circumstances.