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CBC with reflex to Manual diff

Message
If abnormalities are detected that fall outside of established parameters, a manual review of the smear will be performed.


Test Code
102


Preferred Specimen
 Collect any purple top tube filled at least 0.5 mL. Gently invert the tube 5  times immediately after collection. Test includes CBC and automated instrument differential.


Minimum Volume
"3 mL whole blood (Min: 0.5 mL.)
 "


Instructions
Collect any purple top tube filled at least 0.5 mL. Gently invert the tube 5  times immediately after collection. Test includes CBC and automated instrument differential.


Transport Temperature
"3 mL whole blood (Min: 0.5 mL.)
 2-8"


Specimen Stability
Ambient: 8 hours ; Refrigerated: 24 hours- except MPV which is only stable 8 hours refrigerated; Frozen: Unacceptable


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
"Frozen, clotted, or grossly hemolyzed samples
 "




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.