Hematocrit, Micro

Test Code
MHCT


Alias/See Also
Microhematocrit Micro
HCT


Preferred Specimen
1 lavender tube(min 2 microhematocrit tubes)


Transport Container
1 lavender tube
2 microhematocrit tubes


Specimen Stability
24 hrs if not refrigerated
48 hrs if refrigerated


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


Methodology
Microcentrifuge

Setup Schedule
24/7


Report Available
8 hrs


Reference Range
See patient report




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.