Test Code HGM COMPLETE BLOOD COUNT (WITHOUT DIFFERENTIAL), BLOOD
Additional Codes
Software | Test Code |
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Label Text | HGM |
EPIC | LAB294 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
Detecting infection or anemia
Method Name
Impedance
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be issued
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 Day
Available Stat
Profile Information
Individual Test Description |
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ERYTHROCYTE DISTRIBUTION WIDTH, CV |
ERYTHROCYTE DISTRIBUTION WIDTH, SD |
ERYTHROCYTES |
HEMATOCRIT |
HEMOGLOBIN |
LEUKOCYTES |
MEAN CORPUSCULAR HEMOGLOBIN |
MEAN CORPUSCULAR HEMOGLOBIN CONCENTRATION |
MEAN CORPUSCULAR VOLUME |
MEAN PLATELET VOLUME |
PLATELET COUNT |
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 sample well after draw and send refrigerated.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Refrigerated: 36 Hours
Add On Capable
Yes
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
CPT Code Information
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
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85027 | Complete Blood Count (CBC), Automated Hemoglobin, Hematocrit, RBC, WBC, and Platelet Count |
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
Rejection Information
Clotted or grossly hemolyzed specimen is unacceptable.
Acceptable Alternative Container(s)
EDTA Microtainer®
EDTA Microtainer® with False Bottom (MMC-P only)