Reticulocyte Count, Automated
Test code
CPT code(s)*
Test resources
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Details
Includes
Reticulocyte Count, Automated
Reticulocyte Count, Absolute
Methodology
Electronic Cell Sizing and Counting/Cytometry/Microscopy
Specimen requirements | |
|---|---|
| Patient preparation | None Specified |
| Preferred specimen(s) | Whole blood full EDTA (lavender-top) tube - mix well by gentle inversion |
| 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. If multiple draw, collect EDTA (lavender-top) tube last. 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 Frozen: Not acceptable |
| Reject criteria | Gross hemolysis • Clotted • Specimens that are past stability and those which appear to have had plasma removed |
Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.
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