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Test Code CBC CBC & PLATELETS (NO diff)

Important Note

Invert tube 6-8 times gently, do not shake.

Collection Instructions

Refer to Venipuncture Protocol

Collection Container

Purple Top EDTA vacutainer

Specimen Required/Volume

5.0 mL

Specimen Type

whole blood

Turn-Around Guidelines

Upon arrival daily

Method

Automated particle counting

CPT

85027, if manual differential also performed per protocol ADD cpt. -85007

LOINC

58410-2

Special Handling

Gently invert tube 6-8 times.

DO NOT SHAKE!