Aspiration of Bone Marrow From the Sternum

1. Palpate the sternum from directly between the forelimbs and extending approximately16 cm caudally.
2. The sternum should be clipped and aseptically prepared from an area directly between the forelegs and extending 8-10 cm caudally. (Fig 6).
3. A stab incision through the skin and deeper subcutaneous tissue is made and Jamshidi needle inserted into the ventral sternum.
4. Remove obturator and attach first heparinized syringe to the needle.
5. Collect 5-7ml of bone marrow aspirate.(Fig 7)
6. Repeat with second syringe for a total aspirate volume of 10-14ml.
7. Cap and secure syringes
8. Express ship to A.R.T. (see Shipping Instructions)

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Fig. 6

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