21120:HEMATOCRIT, BODY FLUID
Author PeaceHealth Laboratories
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| Methodology: |
Packed cell volume determined from microhematocrit centrifuged capillary tubes. |
| Edit Date: |
10/13/2008 |
| Performed: |
Daily |
| Released: |
Same day |
| CPT Code: |
85014 |
| Specimen Collection Details |
| Collection: |
Body fluid in one 4 mL lavender top tube (EDTA) at least 1/3 full. If CFS, no anticoagulant is required; a 5 mL red top tube or a CSF collection kit may be used. |
| Handling: |
Refrigerate. |
| Transport: |
Send to lab same day. |
| Rejection Criteria: |
Clotted or frozen specimen. |