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HelpTest Code White Blood Count WHITE BLOOD CELL COUNT
Aliasis
WBC
Collection Method
Venous or Capillary collection
Minimum Volume
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Adult: |
1.0 mL |
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Pediatric: |
300 uL |
Container
Whole blood: Purple/Lavender top
Preferred Specimen
EDTA: Purple/Lavender
Acceptable Specimen(s)
Whole Blood: Purple/Lavender top
Reference or Target Ranges
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0-1 month: |
8.10 – 23.90 x10^3/uL |
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1 month-6 years: |
5.00-13.00 x10^3/uL |
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6 years – Adult: |
4.80-10.80 x10^3/uL |
Reportable Units
x10^3/uL
Critical Value
< 2,000 or > 30,000 /uL
Reasons for Rejection
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Other: |
QNS, Contamination, Improperly labeled, Improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
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Ambient: |
Up to 24 Hours |
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Refrigerated: |
24 Hours |
Performance Information
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Days and Time Performed |
24/7 |
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Expected Turn Around Time |
Stat: 1 Hour, Routine: 4 Hours |
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Stat Availability |
Yes |
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Performing Bench |
CRMC Hematology |
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Methodology/Method Description |
Sysmex |
Methodology/Method Description
Sysmex – The WBC counts are evaluated using flow cytometry with a semiconductor laser.
CPT Codes
85048