Hematocrit, Fluid

Specimen:

Test Code

HCTF

Specimen Name

Hematocrit, Fluid

Collect

EDTA

Submit

3-5 mLs

Special Handling

Rejection Criteria

Stability

Refrigerated 24 hours

Methodology

Performed

Performed Sunday through Saturday - Reported 1-2 days

Reported

CPT Codes

  • 85014

Components

Additional Information

Acceptable fluids: Pericardial, paracentesis, pleural, peritoneal, ascites and Jackson Pratt drainage.

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