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Hematocrit only

Test Code
HCT


Preferred Specimen
Whole Blood, EDTA, 0.5 mL minimum


Instructions
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Transport Container
Lavender top


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


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges. Critical Values: Adults <21% or >58%, <1 wk Pedi <25% or >65%, >1 wk Pedi <25% or >55%


Clinical Significance
Hematocrit denotes the percentage of erythrocytes in a known volume of blood.




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.