Test Code LAB299 WBC COUNT
Additional Codes
Internal: 10474
External: WBC
Beaker: LAB299
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
White Blood Cell Count, WBC
Department
Hematology
Test Schedule
Daily & STAT
Test Includes
WBC k/μl
Turnaround Time
24 hours
CPT Codes / Price Quote Code / Billing Information
85048