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Red Blood Cell (RBC) Count, Fluid

Test Code
FLRBC


CPT Codes
89050

Preferred Specimen
Pleural Fluid


Minimum Volume
1 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Pericardial Fluid
Peritoneal Fluid
Synovial Fluid


Transport Container
Sterile Container


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: 1 hour
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Frozen: Unacceptable


Reference Range
None


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



Last Updated: September 13, 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.