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Test Code FLHCT Fluid Hematocrit

CPT

85014

Specimen Type

Body Fluid (pericardial, pleural, etc.)

Preferred Collection Container

STL-CUP

Collection Volume

1.0 mL

Minimum Collection Volume

0.5 mL

Transport

Specimens should be transported immediately to the Clinical Laboratory.

Rejection Criteria

Clotted, severely viscous or purulent specimens, unacceptable site (i.e. BW, BAL, Lung, ABSC, GBLA), quantity insufficient, and unlabeled specimens.

Specimen Storage and Stability

Refrigerated: 48 hrs

Turn Around Time

8 hours

Lab Department

Hematology

Alias

Hematocrit fluid

Ordering Info

The following disclaimer will accompany each result: “The reference interval and other method performance specifications are unavailable for this body fluid”. Most useful diagnosically in bloody pleural or pericardial effusions

EPIC Code

LAB4090A

Acceptable Collection Container

STRLCUP, STR-CUP, STRL-FL

Transfer Instructions

Mix specimen thoroughly before aliquoting.

Day(s) and Time(s) Performed

Monday through Sunday, 24 hours

LOINC

11153-4