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Reticulocytes

Message
Tests included: Retic count and Retic hemoglobin content (CHr)


Test Code
LAB296


Preferred Specimen
Lavender (EDTA)


Instructions
Invert immediately and gently mix with anticoagulant. Transport 2 ml whole blood (min 1.5 ml)


Specimen Stability
Ambient 24 hours; Refrigerated 48 hours


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Clotted or frozen specimens


Methodology
DxH



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