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HelpTest Code WBC WBC (White Blood Cell) Count
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB299
Epic Description: WBC
Synonym
Leukocyte Count
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Lavender, EDTA |
3.0 mL | 0.5 mL |
| Preferred Micropuncture | Lavender Micro, EDTA | 1 X 0.5 mL | 1 X 0.5 mL |
Specimen Stability
Specimen stable 24 hours at Room temperature or 48 hours Refrigerated at 3-5°C.
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Do not centrifuge. Remote locations,transport refrigerated on freeze packs.
Home Health Agencies: Transport to lab ASAP.
Aliquot Requirements
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
Hematology Lab
Assay Frequency
Daily
Routine Turnaround Time
Inpatients: 4 hours
Outpatients: 24 hours
CSR Storage Requirements
Transport to Hematology lab immediately.
CPT Code Information
85408