CBC

Test Code
CBC


CPT Codes
85027

Includes
WBC Count
RBC Count
Hemoglobin
Hematocrit
MCV
MCH
MCHC
Platelet Count
MPV
RDW


Preferred Specimen
EDTA (Lavender) Tube


Minimum Volume
1 mL


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Frozen: Unacceptable


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Clotted, Fibrinated, Hemolyzed, Incorrect collection site


Performing Laboratory
This test is performed at the following locations:
  1. MercyOne Siouxland Medical Laboratory
  2. MercyOne Dakota Dunes Medical Laboratory


Additional Information
CBC Reference Ranges

Last Updated: September 16, 2022


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.