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If it is necessary to draw a serum sample on Friday (laboratory is closed week-ends) or cannot be shipped the same or next day, how should the sample be stored?

April 26, 2017closed draw Friday laboratory necessary sample serum shipped week-ends

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If it is necessary to draw a serum sample on Friday (laboratory is closed week-ends) or cannot be shipped the same or next day, how should the sample be stored?

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Serum samples can be stored for a week refrigerated. Or for longer storage, the sample should be frozen. When a previously frozen sample for 2M or AChR antibody testing is shipped, it does not have to remain frozen. In the summer months a cold pack should be included.