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HelpTest Code LAB289 Hematocrit (HCT) - Automated
Department
HEMATOLOGY
Collection Requirements
Mix lavender tube thoroughly, immediately after collection.
Primary Collection Container
Lavender 4 mL (K3EDTA)
Alternate Collection Container
Lavender Microtainer
Pink (K3EDTA)
Transport
Ambient
Preferred Transport Temperature
Ambient
Processing
Mix tube thoroughly.
Stability
Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 36 hours, if refrigerated within 1 hour of collection.
Reference Range
Adult Male: 40 -51.0 %
Adult Female: 32.0- 45.0 %
Methodology
Automated cell counter Sysmex XE 5000
Performed
Sunday – Saturday
Reported
As completed
CPT Codes
85014
Unacceptable Conditions
Frozen, clotted, serum or grossly hemolyzed specimens.