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EOSINOPHIL COUNT

Test Code
EOSCT


CPT Codes
85048

Includes
Includes: WBC and eosinophil %


Preferred Specimen
1 Lavender tube (EDTA)


Minimum Volume
2 mL


Instructions
Do not centrifuge; Refrigerate until testing.


Specimen Stability
2-8ÂșC up to 24 hours


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


Methodology
Pulse Measurement technology, Hydrodynamic Focusing, RF (Radio-Frequency) detection, and DC (Direct Current) detection

Setup Schedule
M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun


Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab  
NHM1 (Hematology, Coulter)


Last Updated: April 25, 2023


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.