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HelpTest Code RETIC Reticulocyte Count
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Container
Lavender EDTA
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Pediatric minimum: 375 µL line of lavender microtainer
Stability
24 hours at 20-25°C/48 hours at 2-8°C
Transfer Instructions
Transport specimen at room temperature or 2-8°C.
Expected Turn Around Time
STAT/ASAP: 1 hour
CPT
85045
Result Information
| Result Code | Result Name |
| RETIC | Reticulocyte |
| RETICABS | Abs Retic |
Special Instructions
Mix specimen several times by inversion immediately upon collection.
Clotted specimens cannot be tested.