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Eosinophil Count, Absolute

Test Code
EOSAB


Alias/See Also
Absolute Eosinophil Count


Preferred Specimen
Whole Blood, EDTA, 1.0 mL minimum


Transport Container
Lavender top


Transport Temperature
Specimen stable 8 hours room temp., 24 hours refrigerated


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.


Clinical Significance
Elevated blood Eosinophils (eosinophilia) are found in patients with parasitic infections, asthma, some drug reactions, pulmonary eosinophilic syndrome, and eosinophilic leukemia. Slight elevations may be found in patients with allergic rhinitis, hay fever, and asthma.




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