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Test Code LAB293 Complete Blood Count (CBC) with Manual Differential

Intended Use

The complete blood count, or CBC, is the fundamental analytical test that evaluates the three main cellular components: white blood cells, red blood cells and platelets. The manual differential forgoes the automated process of the analyzer's differential in favor of a Laboratory Technicians. The stained slide is manually reviewed under a microscope for any abnormalities in morphology of WBCs or RBCs.

Methodology

CBC: Coulter Principle

Differential: Microscopic Analysis

Performing Laboratory

RCH-SPH-STH-LDH-CUH

Specimen Requirements

Container/Tube:  Lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s)

Specimen:  3 mL (minimum volume: 0.5 mL)

Specimen Stability

Ambient: 2 hours

Refrigerated: 24 hours

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

CBC - 85027

Differential - 85007