OSMOTIC FRAGILITY
Parameters: Single Parameters
Blood test
Components: The osmotic fragility test (OFT) is used to measure erythrocyte resistance to hemolysis while being exposed to varying levels of dilution of a saline solution. When erythrocytes are exposed to a hypotonic environment, water enters the cell and causes swelling and eventual lysis.
Specimen Type: Lithum Heparin
Methodology: Parpert et al
Preparation: No Special Preparation Needed.
Delivery Time: Next 3 Working Days
Test Code: CPL141
