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White Blood Cell Count

Test Code
WBC


Alias/See Also
WBC Count


CPT Codes
85048

Preferred Specimen
1.0 ml of whole blood. Minimum 0.3 mL in a microtainer


Transport Container
EDTA


Methodology
Automated

Setup Schedule
Set up daily.


Report Available
Inpatient turn around time: Routine 2 hours, stat 30 min.  Outpatient testing received by noon will be reported by 4:30 p.m. Specimens received after noon will be reported by the next morning.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.