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HelpTest Code LAB12233 Complete Blood Count (CBC) Pathology Review
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.