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Reporting Name
Peripheral Blood Smear ReviewUseful For
Confirmation of red blood cell membrane morphology
Method Name
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see RBCME / Red Blood Cell Membrane Evaluation, Blood.
Consultant Review
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Whole Blood SlideSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood Slide | Refrigerated | CARTRIDGE | |
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see RBCME / Red Blood Cell Membrane Evaluation, Blood.
Not applicable
Day(s) Performed
Varies
CPT Code Information
85060
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| SMPB | Peripheral Blood Smear Review | 59465-5 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 37406 | Peripheral Blood Smear Review | 59465-5 |
Test Classification
Not ApplicableClinical Information
Under normal conditions, the morphology of each red blood cell is fairly consistent in corresponding age groups. The morphology and proportion of each blood cell type may change in various hematologic diseases.
Interpretation
Description of red blood cell morphology will be provided, if applicable.
Cautions
A poorly prepared peripheral smear may result in less than optimal interpretation.
Clinical Reference
1. Kjeldsberg CR, eds. Practical Diagnosis of Hematologic Disorders. 5th ed. American Society of Clinical Pathologists; 2010
2. Pozdnyakova O, Connell NT, Battinelli EM, Connors JM, Fell G, Kim AS. Clinical significance of CBC and WBC morphology in the diagnosis and clinical course of COVID-19 infection. Am J Clin Pathol.. 2021 Feb 11;155(3):364-375. doi: 10.1093/ajcp/aqaa231Look in special smear test code
Method Description
Microscopic examination of a Wright-Giemsa stained smear.(Unpublished Mayo method)