Test Code RETIC Reticulocyte Count, Blood
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube: Lavender-top (EDTA) tube
Specimen Volume: Full 4-mL tube of whole blood
Collection Instructions: Immediately invert tube and mix gently 8 times.
Note: Label specimen appropriately.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Performing Laboratory
The Valley Hospital
Reference Values
See lab report for reference ranges.
Test Classification and CPT Coding
85044