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HelpTest Code RETICC Reticulocyte Count
Collection Container
Lavender (EDTA)
Specimen Required
EDTA whole blood
Specimen Volume
Lavender tube: 4 mL, BD Microtainer: 500 microliters
Minimum Specimen Volume
Lavender tube: 1 mL, BD Microtainer: 500 mL
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
24 hours refrigerated
Reasons for Rejection
Specimen clotted, <1.0 mL, greater than 24 hours old, specimen frozen
Methodology
XN9000
Days and Times Performed
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Turnaround Time
Daily
Reference Ranges
0.9 - 2.1%
CPT Code
85045
LOINC Code
17849-1
EMR Interface Order Code
32895