Additional Information:
UFHPL Epic order code: LAB296
CPT Code(s):
85045
Specimen Requirements:
Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender (EDTA) or Pink (K2EDTA); Purple 1 micro tube
Sample Volume: 1.5 mL
Storage:
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Ambient: 24 hours
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Refrigerated: 24 hours
Unacceptable Conditions:
- Clotted or grossly hemolyzed specimens
- Frozen specimens
Specimen Retention Time: 5 days
Use:
This test assesses erythropoietic bone marrow activity in anemia and other hematologic conditions.
Methodology:
Automated cell count/Differential
Reported:
Within 24 hours