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. 1975 Aug;28(8):674–679. doi: 10.1136/jcp.28.8.674

The cytocentrifuge NBT test.

P A Gordon, J Stuart, T R Lee, G R Breeze, R N Pugh
PMCID: PMC475800  PMID: 1184763

Abstract

The NBT test is a non-specific test of neutrophil membrane stimulation which has application to the study of neutrophil function, particularly in the septicaemic patient. An improved cytochemical test which eliminates potential sources of laboratory error has been developed. Venous or capillary blood samples may be studied and the technique can be applied to the neutropenic patient since available neutrophils are concentrated by cytocentrifugation. Clinical evaluation in 443 patients is described.

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