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Test Code HCTX Hematocrit, Blood

Additional Codes

EPIC:  LAB289

Methodology

Automated-Cell Analyzer
Used in assessing RBC production and stability.

Performing Laboratory

St. Joseph Hospital

Specimen Requirements

Specimen must arrive within 24 hours of draw.

 

Draw blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s), and send 2 mL of EDTA whole blood. If there is a delay in transport of >2 hours, send specimen refrigerated.

Reference Values

Males:  42-52%

Females:  37-47%

Newborn (0-28 D):  31 - 55 %


Critical values:  Male & Female:   <18% or >55%

                         Newborn (0-28 D): <18% or >60%

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Available STAT

Test Classification and CPT Coding

85014 - Hematocrit