PERIPHERAL BLOOD SMEAR
- Code
- 100.6360
- Name
- PERIPHERAL BLOOD SMEAR
- Category
- None
- Department
- Hematology
- Start Date
- Expiration Date
- Synonyms
- Pathologist review of blood smear
- CPT Codes
- 85060
- Site
- Main Lab
- Reference Test
Specimen Information
- Type
Lavender, EDTA
- Volume
1.5 mL
- Transport Info
Refrigerated
24 hour stability- Fasting Required?
- False
- Patient Instructions
- Reference Range
Results interpreted by pathologist
- Methodology
Microscopic Examination
Clinical Significance
Determine qualitative and quantitative variations in white cell numbers and morphology, morphology of red cells and platelet evaluation. May be of use in the evaluation of anemia, leukemia, infections, inflammatory states, and other conditions.