Eosinophil count

Alphabetical Test listing

Eosinophil count-438

Test name:

Eosinophil count

Test number:

438

Excellian order number:

85048.2

Abbreviation:

EOC

Alternate names:

Eosinophil count, absolute

Specimen type:

EDTA whole blood

Collection container:

Lavender (EDTA), 4mL

Volume:

5.0 mL

Collection instructions:

Immediatley following collection, mix sample thoroughly by gentle inverting 8 - 10 times, to prevent clotting

Processing instructions:

Submit entire specimen, unspun

Transport container:

Lavender (EDTA), 4mL

Transport and stability:

Refrigerated (preferred) - 48 hrs

Ambient (OK) - 24 hrs

Reason for rejection:

Improper label (unlabeled or mislabeled)
Clotted specimen
Improper anticoagulant or ratio
Hemolysis
Delay in transport
Improper storage/transport temperature

Performing lab:

AHL - Hematology: H

Days set up:

Daily

TAT:

Same day

Method:

Sysmex

Reference ranges:

Hematology Reference Ranges

CPT codes:

85048

Subject to medical necessity (Y/N):

Yes

LCD/NCD:

Medical necessity

Date created:

11/30/2001

Revised date:

04/09/2024

Review date:

01/03/2024