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Test Code RET RETICULOCYTE COUNT

Additional Codes

LAB296

Day(s) Performed

Days Set Up: Daily

Estimated Report Time: Same day

Methodology

Automated Cell Counter

Container

Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender (EDTA)

Specimen Volume: 1 full tube

Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL

Collection Instructions: 

1. Tube must at least 1/2 full.

2. Send specimen in original tube, unspun, room temperature or refrigerated.

3. Sample stable 24 hours at room temperature and 48 hours refrigerated.

Normal Reference Range:

0.5-1.8%

Critical Value

None Established