Manual Differential
CPT Code(s): | 85007 |
Specimen Required: | Patient Preparation: Collect:Lavender (EDTA) or pink (K2EDTA). OR unstained whole blood smears. Specimen Preparation:Specimens must be well mixed prior to making smears. Transport 3 mL whole blood OR 2 unstained whole blood smears. (Min: 0.5 mL OR 2 smears) Storage/Transport Temperature:Refrigerated. Stability:Whole Blood: Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 24 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable Smears: Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 72 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable |
New York DOH Approval Status: | This test is New York DOH approved. |
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