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eD-H Order Code
LAB3212
Specimen Collection Information
| Specimen | Minimum Test Volume | Container | Special Handling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blood | 4.0 ML |
Both the glass (Ref# 366430) and plastic (Ref# 367820) BD vacutainers acceptable.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate.
DHMC ONLY: Do Not Spin, Whole blood to Hematology
See additional specimen instructions below if immediate transport to the laboratory is not available.
Reference Ranges / Critical Values
| Assay | Gender | Age Range | Normal Range | Critical Values | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viscosity | All | 0 Minutes – 150 Years | 1.0 -1.7 | cP |
Specimen Stability
Serum ambient: 2 hours
Serum refrigerated: 72 hours
Additional Specimen Instructions
Allow tube to clot before spinning. Spin at 2500 RPM for 10 minutes, seperate serum, refrigerate immediately. Serum must be removed from cells within 2 hours of draw. Refrigerate serum for transport.
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday; specimen should arrive before noon.
CPT(s)
85810
Performing Lab Section
Hematology