Hematocrit (HCT)
Order Name
HCT DET
Test Number: 0102100
Revision Date 11/28/2018
Test Number: 0102100
Revision Date 11/28/2018
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
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Hematocrit (HCT)
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Flow cytometry | 4544-3 |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
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| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 5 mL (1 mL) | Whole Blood | EDTA (Lavender Top) | Refrigerated |
| Alternate 1 | 1 mL (0.5 mL) | Whole Blood | EDTA (Lavender) Microtainer/Bullet | Refrigerated |
| Instructions | For best results Room temperature specimens should be tested within 12hrs, otherwise send Refrigerated. Specimens received greater than 48hrs old will be canceled. |
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| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Testing Schedule | Daily |
| Expected TAT | 1 Day |
| Clinical Use | The hematocrit is determined to access red cell mass as part of routine testing or in the evaluation of blood loss, anemia, state of hydration, and various polycythemic states. |
| CPT Code(s) | 85014 |
| Lab Section | Hematology |