Are storage time and temperature critical pre-analytical factors in biochemical analysis of pleural fluids?

L. Antonangelo, F. S. Vargas, M. M. P. Acencio, R. K. B. Sales, L. R. Teixeira, E. H. Genofre (Brazil)

Source: Annual Congress 2010 - Novel approach in diagnosis and treatment of pleural effusions
Session: Novel approach in diagnosis and treatment of pleural effusions
Session type: E-Communication Session
Number: 232

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