NK viability
RUSSELL COOK (rcook@immuno.imvs.sa.gov.au)
Wed, 4 Sep 1996 14:27:29 GMT+1030
Does anyone have a reference for NK viability. We have seen NK
staining varibility with age especially >24 hrs. Generally decreased
staining intensity is seen and lower percentage of NK cell.
We normally receive specimens in lithium heparin and process within
24 - 48 hrs. We stain with CD56-PE.
Russell Cook
Human Immunology Division
Institute of Medical and Veterinary Science
Adelaide, South Australia 5000
Ph 61-8-82287476; Fax 61-8-82324092
rcook@immuno.imvs.sa.gov.au