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Chylomicrons, fluid
Lab area
Clinical Biochemistry - General
Method and equipment
Ultracentrifugation
Expected turn-around time
STAT: 1 Hour
Urgent: 4 Hours
Routine: 24 Hours
Specimen type
Fluid samples (e.g., pleural, peritoneal, chest drainage)
Specimen requirements
300 uL
Storage and transportation
Send cold with ice packs
Shipping information
The Hospital for Sick Children
Rapid Response Laboratory
555 University Avenue, Room 3642
Toronto, ON
Canada
M5G 1X8
Phone: 416-813-7200
Toll Free: 1-855-381-3212
Hours: 7 days/week, 24 hours/day
Requisition
Background and clinical significance
Chylothorax refers to the presence of lymphatic fluid in the pleural space secondary to leakage from the thoracic duct or one of its main tributaries. A tear or leak in the thoracic duct causes collection of chylous fluid in the pleural cavity, which can cause acute or chronic alterations in the pulmonary mechanics.
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