Test ID BLOD0008 Complete Blood Count with Differential
AKA
CBC
Specimen Type/Requirements
Lavender top (EDTA) tube - Whole Blood
and
Glass Slides - 2 Unstained Blood Smears
Test is affected by moderate hemolysis and gross lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 4.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 1.0 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 4 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 3 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Additional Information
Includes WBC, RBC, Hgb, Hct, MCV, MCH, MCHC, MPV, RDW, Platelet, and Differential.
Methodology
Automated Cell Counter
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
Sanford Laboratories Rapid City
CPT
85025