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NITROBLUE TETRAZOLIUM TEST (NBT TEST)

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Lab Section Category
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Specimen Required

​2.5 mL lithium heparin blood

Storage/Transport

​Specimens to be sent to the laboratory immediately for viable cells.

Method

​PMA Stimulation

Reference Interval / Value

​63 - 90%

Turnaround Time

​1 day

Day(s) Test Set up

​Monday - Friday

Last Updated - 13 Jun 2025