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HelpTest Code CBCD COMPLETE BLOOD COUNT (INCLUDES DIFFERENTIAL), BLOOD
Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | CBCD |
| EPIC | LAB293 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
Detecting disease states or syndromes of white blood cells, red blood cells, or platelet cell lines in peripheral blood
Method Name
Impedance
Radio Frequency
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be issued
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 Day
Available Stat
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Preferred Container
Lavendar top tube 13×75 mm 4.0 mL (EDTA)
Lavendar top tube 13×75 mm pediatric (EDTA)
Preferred Volume
Whole Blood: 0.5 mL (EDTA Microtainer®) – Use of minimum volumes may not support repeat testing if required.
Whole Blood: 4 mL (Lavendar top tube 13×75 mm 4.0 mL (EDTA))
Whole Blood: 2 mL (Lavendar top tube 13×75 mm pediatric (EDTA))
Minimum Volume
Whole Blood: 0.25 mL (EDTA Microtainer®)
Whole Blood: 1 mL (Lavendar top tube 13×75 mm 4.0 mL (EDTA))
Whole Blood: 1 mL (Lavendar top tube 13×75 mm pediatric (EDTA))
Specimen Collection and Handling
Mix well after collection and send refrigerated.
Specimen must be received by the laboratory within 36 hours of draw.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Refrigerated: 36 Hours
Add On Capable
Yes
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
This test, when ordered on Medicare patients, is subject to the National Coverage Determination (NCD) policies. Please verify that the diagnosis code (ICD code) you have chosen demonstrates medical necessity for the test as documented in the physician’s patient record. The CMS web site is available to assist you with this verification. A properly executed Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) must be submitted with the specimen if medical necessity is not demonstrated by the ICD code chosen.
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 85025 | Complete Blood Count (CBC), Automated Hemoglobin, Hematocrit, RBC, WBC, and Platelet Count and Automated Differential WBC Count |
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
Clinical Significance
This test may be ordered in conjunction with a physician interpretation. The physician professional component will be billed separately by the consulting physician.
Rejection Information
Clotted or hemolyzed samples are not acceptable.
Acceptable Alternative Container(s)
EDTA Microtainer®
EDTA Microtainer® with False Bottom (MMC-P only)