Test Code 9837 Reticulocyte Count
Purpose
Evaluate erythropoietic activity which is increased in acute and chronic hemorrhage, and hemolytic anemias; evaluate erythropoietic response to antianemic therapy.
Performing Laboratory
Copley Hospital
Methodology
Automated Cell Counter
Specimen Requirements
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.
Reference Values
Normal: 0.5 - 2.5 %
Stability
Refrigerated: 24 Hours
Day(s) Performed
Daily
Available STAT
Analytical Time: 1 Day
Aliases
Reticulocyte Count
Retic Count
Test Classification and CPT Coding
85045