Test Code LAB293 Complete Blood Count (CBC) with Differential, Automated
Department
HEMATOLOGY
Primary Collection Container
Lavender 4 mL (K3EDTA)
Alternate Collection Container
Lavender Microtainer
Transport
Whole blood ambient
Preferred Transport Temperature
Ambient
Processing
Maintain room temperature.
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
XN platform
Performed
Sunday – Saturday
Reported
As completed
CPT Codes
85025
Unacceptable Conditions
Grossly hemolyzed, clotted, frozen specimens, serum.
Additional Information
Complete Blood Count with automated differential.
Manual differential performed if indicated.