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HelpTest Code LAB1378 SCHISTOCYTE SCREEN
Additional Codes
Internal: 11552
External: SCHIST
Beaker: LAB1378
PERFORMED AT
SBH LABORATORY
SRH LABORATORY
SMH LABORATORY
SPH LABORATORY
HDH LABORATORY
Specimen Requirements
Container Type: EDTA (Lavender Top)
Specimen Type: Whole blood EDTA
Preferred Volume: Tube at least 1/3 full
Emergency Minimum Volume: 0.30 mL
Specimen Processing: Whole blood EDTA (lavender top) and 2 peripheral blood smears are required if overnight transport to lab. Prefer to receive specimen within 12 hours of collection. Store and transport refrigerated.
Unacceptable Conditions: Clotted specimens.
Stability:
| Temperature | Time |
|---|---|
| Room Temp | 12 hours |
| Refrigerated | 24 hours |
| Frozen (-20øC) | Not acceptable |
Method
Automated
Synonyms
Schisto Screen, Schistocyte Screen, Schisto
Department
Hematology
Test Schedule
Daily & STAT
Test Includes
Schistocyte Presence
Turnaround Time
24 hours
CPT Codes / Price Quote Code / Billing Information
85008
Remarks
If delay in test performance is anticipated, slides are required. Microtainers must be filled to SECOND mark.