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Test Code 4010176 ESR (Sed Rate)

Important Note

NOTE:  Samples from off-site MUST be kept refrigerated

Specimen Requirements

1.2 mL whole blood.

Container

EDTA (lavender top) tube

      

Stability

4 hours at room temperature, 24 hours at 2-8°C

Analytical Time

Same day

Sample Retention Time

7 days

Method

miniiSED Automated Analyzer

CPT Code

85652

Performing Laboratory

Springfield Hospital Laboratory

Reject Due To

Improperly labeled sample
Clotted samples

Hemolyzed samples