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HelpTest ID NBLD0205 Cell Count and Diff Body Fluid
Specimen Type/Requirements
Lavender top (EDTA) tube - Body Fluid (preferred)
Sterile Container - Body Fluid
Test is not affected by hemolysis or lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 2.0 mL |
|---|
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 8 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 2 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Microscopy
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
89051