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4. 4. Expel sample into a flat container containing a drop of 10% EDTA
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(prevents clotting).
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5. Place 2-3 spicules on a slide (shiny white particles usually
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approximatelly 1mm long).
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6. Make smears using “slide over slide” technique – NO pressure is
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required.

7. Air dry. Leave unstained.
8. Place any excess marrow into an EDTA tube.
9. Core sample: place in formalin.
10. A recent CBC is also required to assist interpretation of the aspirate.

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