Specimen Requirements

Specimen must be collected on a properly labeled and completed Filter Paper Collection/Identification Form (Form DHMH79). Specimen for this procedure cannot be accepted unless information requested is supplied.

1. Collect by heel stick in capillary tube from an infant that is at least 11 days old.

2. Apply capillary blood to 4 circles on absorbent card. Circles must be completely filled.

3. Allow card to dry at ambient temperature.

Note: The following specimens are not acceptable:

1. Blood not completely penetrating paper

2. Blood smeared outside of circle

3. Clot on paper

4. Improperly labeled

5. Scratched surface

6. Unfilled space in circle