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Test Code LAB322 SEDIMENTATION RATE, AUTOMATED

Important Note

If this test is ordered in conjunction with a CBC, a minimum volume of 2.5 ml is required.

Additional Codes

Internal: 10505
External: SEDRATE
Beaker: LAB322

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: 3 mL
Emergency Minimum Volume: 2 mL (at least 2.5 mL if CBC is ordered)
Specimen Processing: Test must be performed within 12 hours of collection. Store and transport refrigerated.
Unacceptable Condition: Clotted specimens. Grossly hemolyzed. Microtainers EDTA tubes, EDTA tube filled less than half full.
Stability: 

Temperature Time
Room Temp 4 hours
Refrigerated 12 hours
Frozen (-20øC) Not acceptable

Method

Automated

Synonyms

ESR; Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate; Sed Rate

Department

Hematology

Test Schedule

Daily & STAT

Test Includes

Sed rate mm/hr

Turnaround Time

24 hours

CPT Codes / Price Quote Code / Billing Information

65652