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Test Code LAB289 Hematocrit

Test Performed By

Cayuga Medical Center, Main Laboratory

Container Name

LAV

Day(s) and Time(s) Test Performed

Monday through Sunday; Continuously

List Price

$22.00

CPT Codes

85014

Temperature

Ambient
Refrigerated

Clinical and Interpretive

Only the red blood cell index hematocrit is included in this test. It is useful in monitoring blood loss in patients with acute risk for hemorrhage. If additional blood cell parameters are desired, including WBC count, platelets, red cell parameters, and leukocyte differential, please order test code CBCD instead.

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Specimen Volume

4 mL

Minimum Specimen Volume

1 mL

Specimen Stability

Stability: 24 hours