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Test Code LAB753 Hemoglobin & 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

46.00

CPT Codes

85018|85014

Temperature

Ambient
Refrigerated

Clinical and Interpretive

Only the red blood cell indices hemoglobin and hematocrit are 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