Test Code 8363 Red Blood Cell Count

Important Note

Can be also be ordered as part of these panel: Hemogram without Differential, Complete Blood Count with Differential, or Prenatal Hematology.

Evaluate anemia and loss of red cells and suspected polycythemic condition.

Copley Hospital

Automated Cell Counter

Specimen Type: Whole Blood

Container/Tube: Lavender Top

Specimen Volume: Full Tube

Specimen Minimum Volume: 2 mL

Collection Instructions:

1. Invert tube 8 times immediately after collection.

2. Label specimen with patient’s full name, date of birth,

date & time of collection, and person collecting.

3. Refrigerate specimen during transport.

Refrigerated: 24 Hours

Daily

Available STAT

Analytical Time: 1 Day

Red Blood Cell Count

RBC Count

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