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HelpTest Code 4016260 Smear Evaluation Diff, Physician Ordered
Specimen Requirements
Whole blood.
Container
EDTA (lavender top) tube
Stability
Sample is stable 24 hours (prepared smears are stable indefinitely
Analytical Time
1-2 days (Performed Monday – Friday)
Sample Retention Time
Sample: 7 days
Prepared smear: aprox. 3-6 months
Method
Microscopy
CPT Code
85060
Performing Laboratory
Springfield Hospital Laboratory