GIEMSA STAIN WITH PATHOLOGIST REVIEW

Test Code

LAB30441

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

Minimum Volume

Adult: 1 mL 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.

Reference Range

Please see link under additional information for reference ranges.

Performing Laboratory
West Virginia University Hospital, Inc.

Additional Information
CBC Diff Reference Range

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.