Hematocrit
Test ID:
704383
CPT code:
85014
Synonyms:
Packed Cell Volume
Clinical Use:
Evaluate anemia, blood loss, and state of hydration or suspect polycythemic condition and response to treatment
Specimen Type:
Whole blood
Requested Volume:
tube fill capacity
Minimum Volume:
0.5 ml
500 μL for pediatric microtainer capillary tubes; fill tube to capacity.
Container Type:
Lavender-top (EDTA) tube
Collection:
Invert tube 8 to 10 times immediately after tube is filled at the time of collection.
Storage Instructions:
Maintain specimen at room temperature.
Stability Requirements:
Temperature |
Period |
---|---|
Room temperature |
1 day |
Refrigerated |
3 days |
Frozen |
Unstable |
Freeze/thaw cycles |
Unstable |
Rejection Criteria
Hemolysis; clotted specimen; specimen diluted or contaminated with IV fluid; specimen drawn in any anticoagulant other than EDTA; tube not filled with minimum volume; specimen received with plasma removed; improper labeling; transport tubes with whole blood.
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