RETICULOCYTE COUNT
| Synonyms: | |
| Computer Code: | (HRETC) |
| Specimen Collection: | 2 mL blood (lavender top tube). Pediatrics: EDTA microtainer with 500 uL (0.5 mL) blood. |
| Minimum Volume: | 0.5 mL |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Refrigerate. Transport within 8 hours of draw time. |
| Reference Values: | Automated Reticulocyte Count (Male/Female): 0.4-2.0% Absolute Reticulocyte Count (Male/Female): 0.01-0.07 x10^6/uL Retic Hemoglobin: ≥16 days Male: 27.3-35.3 pg, ≥16 days Female: 25.6-36.1 pg Immature Retic Fraction: ≥16 days Male: 1.4-11.3%, ≥16 days Female: 1.3-13.5% |
| Lab Code: | Hematology |
| Requisition: | C/H |
| Test Frequency: | Daily |
| Routine TAT: | 4 hrs |
| Stat TAT: | contact lab |
| CPT Code(s): | 85044 |
| LCD or NCD: | LCD LCD LCD |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |