Test Code SOFT: RBC Red Blood Cell (RBC) Count, Blood
Additional Codes
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HOM: RBC COUNT |
Performing Laboratory
Saint Francis Medical Center-Hematology
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Collection Instructions: Do not centrifuge.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient 8 hours, refrigerated 24 hours.
Reference Values
Males: 4.7-6.0 x 106 mL
Females: 4.2-5.4 x 106 mL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
85041