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Retic Count
Message
The Retic Count includes the Reticulocyte Hemoglobin Content.
Test Code
RETIC
Alias/See Also
Reticulocyte Count, Reticulocyte Hemoglobin Content, CHR
CPT Codes
85045
Includes
Reticulocyte Hemoglobin Content
Preferred Specimen
2.0 mL of whole blood
Minimum Volume
1.0 mL of whole blood in EDTA (lavendar top tube) or 0.3 mL in EDTA microtainer
Transport Container
EDTA (lavendar top)
Transport Temperature
Room Temperature
Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Methodology
Automated
Setup Schedule
Set up daily.
Report Available
Inpatient turn around time: Routine 2 hours, stat 45 minutes. Outpatient testing received by noon will be reported by 4:30 p.m. Specimens received after noon will be reported by the next morning.
