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Test Code LAB4051 Body Fluid Manual Differential

Specimen Requirements

Container/Tube:
Required: EDTA (Lavender Top)
Specimen Volume: 1mL

Stability:

Temperature Time
Room Temp 18-28°C 8 hours
Refrigerated 2–8°C 24 hours

Additional Instructions

Synovial fluid, or other fluid from a sterile site. All fluids should be placed in a LAV tube to avoid clotting.
See CSF cell count for spinal fluid specimens.

Department

Hematology

Synonyms

Hematology