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Additional Codes
LAB291
Performing Laboratory
MBMC Main Laboratory
Methodology
Quantitative Automated Hematology Analyzer
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: Full tube
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: 500 microliters of blood in a lavender EDTA Microtainer is also acceptable.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
STAT: 1 hour after receipt in laboratory
Routine: within 4 hours
Reference Values
See Reference Ranges and Alerts in Special Instructions
Test Classification and CPT Coding
Test Classification:This test has been cleared
or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is used
per manufacturer’s instructions.
CPT Code:
85018
Stablility
24 hours