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Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB2480
Epic Description: BUFFY COAT
Collection Limitations
Monday thru Friday-any time
Jeff Hwy only: Sunday after 8am, No Saturday collections.
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
2 – Lavender, EDTA |
5.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Test can be added to a CBC sample if the sample is less than 24 hours old and was collected in a non-micro Lavender EDTA tube. Do not centrifuge. Transport refrigerated. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
Whole Blood
Optimum 5.0 mL
Minimum 3.0 mL
Performing Lab
Immunology Lab
Assay Frequency
Monday – Friday (8:00AM – 3:30PM).
Routine Turnaround Time
1 day
CSR Storage Requirements
Transport to laboratory. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
85009