CBC (includes Differential and Platelets)

CBC (includes Differential and Platelets)

Test Code

6399
85025 
CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.
6399
85025 
CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.
Not offered in Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute (IFD) – San Juan Capistrano. Please provide SERVICE AREA INFORMATION to find available tests you can order.
In-home collection may be available in your area for purchase through Quest Mobile.

Clinical Significance

CBC (includes Differential and Platelets) - A complete blood count is used as a screening test for various disease states to include: anemia, leukemia and inflammatory processes.

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Test Details

Includes

  • WBC, RBC, Hemoglobin, Hematocrit, MCV, MCH, MCHC, RDW, Platelet Count, MPV and Differential (Absolute and Percent - Neutrophils, Lymphocytes, Monocytes, Eosinophils, and Basophils)
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    If abnormal cells are noted on a manual review of the peripheral blood smear or if the automated differential information meets specific criteria, a full manual differential will be performed.

Methodology

Electronic Cell Sizing/Counting/Cytometry/Microscopy

Reference Range(s)

See Laboratory Report

Alternative Name(s)

Coulter CBC,Complete Blood Count

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

Service Area must be determined
WBC, RBC, Hemoglobin, Hematocrit, MCV, MCH, MCHC, RDW, Platelet Count, MPV and Differential (Absolute and Percent - Neutrophils, Lymphocytes, Monocytes, Eosinophils, and Basophils)
⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
If abnormal cells are noted on a manual review of the peripheral blood smear or if the automated differential information meets specific criteria, a full manual differential will be performed.

Methodology

Electronic Cell Sizing/Counting/Cytometry/Microscopy

Reference Range(s)

See Laboratory Report

Alternative Name(s)

Coulter CBC,Complete Blood Count
Service Area must be determined

Preferred Specimen(s)

Whole blood from a full EDTA (lavender-top) tube

Alternative Specimen(s)

Whole blood from a full EDTA (tan-top) tube

Minimum Volume

Microtainer 0.5 mL • 1 mL whole blood EDTA tube

Collection Instructions

Maintain specimen at room temperature. Do not refrigerate. If multiple draw, collect EDTA (lavender-top) tube last. Traumatic draw can introduce thromboplastin and trap WBC and platelets. Refrigeration can precipitate fibrin and trap WBC and platelets.

Note: If drawn with lead testing, EDTA (tan-top) is required.

Transport Container

EDTA (lavender-top) tube

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

  • Room temperature: 48 hours
  • Refrigerated: 48 hours (may cause platelet clumping)
  • Frozen: Unacceptable

Reject Criteria

Gross hemolysis • Clotted • Received frozen

Setup Schedule

Service Area must be determined
Whole blood from a full EDTA (lavender-top) tube
Whole blood from a full EDTA (tan-top) tube
Microtainer 0.5 mL • 1 mL whole blood EDTA tube
Maintain specimen at room temperature. Do not refrigerate. If multiple draw, collect EDTA (lavender-top) tube last. Traumatic draw can introduce thromboplastin and trap WBC and platelets. Refrigeration can precipitate fibrin and trap WBC and platelets.

Note: If drawn with lead testing, EDTA (tan-top) is required.
EDTA (lavender-top) tube
Room temperature
Room temperature: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 48 hours (may cause platelet clumping)
Frozen: Unacceptable
Gross hemolysis • Clotted • Received frozen
Service Area must be determined
Not offered in Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute (IFD) – San Juan Capistrano. Please provide SERVICE AREA INFORMATION to find available tests you can order.
In-home collection may be available in your area for purchase through Quest Mobile.
Test Details

Clinical Significance

Test Resources

Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.

The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidance and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

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