Test Name
Heinz Body Stain
Alternate DescriptionHeinz Body Precipitation
AvailabilityMonday thru Thursday
Lab Section
Specimen Processing Area
Fluid TypeWhole blood
Specimen Tube Type Transport
Lavender Top Tube
Container Whole Blood Required3 ml whole blood in a Lavender Top
Summary Test NameHeinz Body Stain
Specimen StabilityTests must be performed within 24 hours of collection
Minimum Volume1 ml whole blood in (2) Lavender Microtainers
Specimen TransportRoom Temperature
Test Turnaround Time Routines And StatsDaily
Reference ValueAccompanies report