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GIEMSA STAIN WITH PATHOLOGIST REVIEW
Test CodeLAB30441
CPT Codes
Automated Differential 85025-CBC with automated differential, Manual Differentials 85027-CBC, 85007-Manual Differential, Manual and Automated Differential will include: 85060- Interpretation by Physician
Includes
This test includes a CBC with differential and pathologist review and interpretation. An additional charge may apply (CPT) 85060). Please see CBC for reference ranges.
Preferred Specimen
One 3mL lavender top tube (Adult)
Pediatric: One lavender top microtainer
Pediatric: One lavender top microtainer
Minimum Volume
Adult: 1 mL blood
Pediatric: 0.5 mL of blood
Pediatric: 0.5 mL of blood
Other Acceptable Specimens
Unstained blood smear and a copy of Hematology reults with scatter plots.
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (lavender top)
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 24 hours Refrigerated: 48 hours
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Any slides submitted for testing or review must be labeled with two patient identifiers. Acceptable identifiers include Name, MRN, Birth date, Accession/SID.
Methodology
Sysmex XN 10
Setup Schedule
Sunday-Saturday
Please note: pathology peripherial blood smear is typically completed within 24 hours upon receipt at performing lab.
Please note: pathology peripherial blood smear is typically completed within 24 hours upon receipt at performing lab.
Reference Range
Please see CBC for reference ranges.
Performing Laboratory
West Virginia University Hospital, Inc.
