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HelpTest Code CBC CBC (Complete Blood Count without Differential)
Performing Laboratory
Hunterdon Medical Center Laboratory
Test Includes
Includes WBC, RBC, hemoglobin(Hgb), hematocrit(HCT), MCV, MCH, MCHC, RDW, MPV, and platelets
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: EDTA lavender or Lavender Microtainer
Specimen Volume: Full EDTA tube or full Microtainer
Minimun Specimen Volume: 1.5ml EDTA tube or >250uL in microtainer
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Specimen Stability
| Temperature | Time Frame |
| Ambient 15-25°C | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated 2-8°C | 48 hours |
Reject Specimen Due To
1. Blood not drawn in EDTA container
2. Specimen below minimum volume
3. Clotted specimens
4. Hemolyzed specimens
Day(s) Test Set up
Monday through Sunday, Available STAT
Reference Values
See Table:
CPT Code
85027
Loinc Code
58410-2