Test Code WBC White Blood Cell (WBC) Count
Performing Location
Specimen Collection Information
| Specimen | Min. Test Volume | Collection Container | Special Handling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blood | 1.0 mL | Lavender (EDTA) Top |
Reference Ranges & Critical Values
| Assay | Gender | Age Range | Normal Range | Critical Values | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WBC | ALL | 0 Minutes – 7 Days | 4.0 - 30.0x103 | ≤2.0x103 or ≥35.0x103 | /uL |
| 8 Days - 1 Year | 4.0 - 20.0x103 | ≤2.0x103 or ≥20.0x103 | /uL | ||
| 2 Years - 17 Years | 4.0 - 13.0x103 | ≤2.0x103 or ≥20.0x103 | /uL | ||
| 18 Years - 150 Years | 4.0 - 11.0x103 | ≤2.0x103 or ≥20.0x103 | /uL |
Specimen Stability
24 hours at 2-8°C
Day(s) Performed
Monday - Sunday
LOINC
6690-2
CPT
85048