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Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Lavender
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 1.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a EDTA Lavender Top tube and refrigerate.
Stability
Stability: Room Temp 8 hrs , Refrigerated 96 hrs
Performed Test Frequency
Everyday
Methodology
Flow cytometry
CPT(s)
85046
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Hematology
Cerner Test Code
RETIC
Rejection Criteria
Rejection criteria: Clotted specimen.