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HelpEpic Code LAB1231502 Pathology Consult Hematology (CBC w/Diff + Pathology Consult)
Test Name Alias
Pathologist Blood Smear Review | LAB7550
Interface Order Alias
1231502
Panel Information
- Complete Blood Count w/Differential [LAB293]
- Pathology Consult Hematology Smear Review [LAB1231501]
Collection Instructions
Specimen Collection: Blood
Container(s): Lavender top (EDTA)
- Preferred Volume to Collect: 3.0 mL
- Minimum Volume to Collect: 0.5 mL
- Neonate Volume to Collect: 0.5 mL
- Capillary collect ok? Yes
- Microtainer acceptable: Yes
Collection Instructions:
- After collection, gently invert tube 8-10 times.
- Specimen must be received within 8 hours of collection if ambient, 24 hours if refrigerated (see stability information below)
Processing Instructions (Laboratory, Outpatient or Off-site collection)
- Processed Specimen: Whole Blood EDTA
- Centrifuge/Spin: No
- Aliquot: No
- Transport Temperature: Refrigerate (preferred) or Ambient (acceptable)
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 8 hours
Refrigerate: (Preferred) 24 hours
Note: Cellular characteristics required for differential analysis become compromised in specimens greater than stated specimen stability due to degradation of cells
Laboratory Retention: 72 hours
Reflex Information
Please see link: Reflex Testing Document
Test Frequency
CBC with Differential: Available 24 hours, usual TAT 1 day.
Pathology Consult Hematology Smear Review: Available Monday - Friday, 8 am - 6 pm, usual TAT 1-2 days.
Performing Department
Hematology
Performing Department Laboratory Location
Corewell Health Reference Laboratory, Grand Rapids, MI
Methodology
Microscopy
CPT
Not available
CDM Code
Not available
Epic Test ID
123010882
LOINC
Unavailable
Mayo Access Code
unavailable
Reviewed Date
Currently Under Review