CBC w/ DIFFERENTIAL

Message

The CBC is not generally submitted for add-on testing but can be evaluated on a case by case basis if necessary.

Test Code

CBC3

CPT Codes
85025

Includes

Includes: WBC; RBC; HGB; HCT; MCV; MCH; MCHC; RDW; PLT; WBC automated Diff

Preferred Specimen

1 Lavender tube (EDTA)

Minimum Volume

1 mL

Instructions

Do not centrifuge; Refrigerate specimen until tested.

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Specimen Stability

2-8ºC up to 24 hours

If CBC cannot be performed due to stability, a Hemogram may be an option instead. Hemogram can be performed up to 48 hours maintained at 2-8ºC.

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

Quantity not sufficient, clotted, or hemolyzed samples will be rejected. Frozen samples cannot be accepted.

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

Setup Schedule

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

Report Available

Within 24 hours of receipt at the performing laboratory. Stat testing is available.

Reference Range

See Additional Information below.

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NHM1 (Hematology, Coulter)

Additional Information
CBC Reference Ranges

Last Updated: June 8, 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.