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HelpTest Code LAB12233 Complete Blood Count (CBC) Pathology Review If Indicated
Department
HEMATOLOGY
Primary Collection Container
Lavender 4 mL (K3EDTA)
Alternate Collection Container
Lavender Microtainer
Transport
Whole blood ambient
Preferred Transport Temperature
Ambient
Processing
Mix tube thoroughly prior to analysis.
Stability
Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 36 hours (If refrigerated within 1 hour of collection)
Minimum Testing Volume
0.4 mL
Reference Range
By report
Methodology
Microscopic
Reported
Within 72 hours
CPT Codes
85025
Unacceptable Conditions
Grossly hemolyzed, serum, frozen, clotted specimens.
Additional Information
Pathology Review of CBC performed if indicated per protocol.