Reticulocyte Count (Automated), Whole Blood

Order Code:	ARET
Epic Lab Code:	LAB296
Order Form:	A-1a General Lab or Epic Req

Hematology
6240 RCP
356-3527

Specimen:

Whole Blood

Collection Medium:

Lavender top tube 3 mL (EDTA)

Minimum:

Full draw; 3.0 mL lavender top; (or fingerstick)

Testing Schedule:

24 hrs/day, 7 days a week, including holidays.

Turn Around Time:

1 hour (upon receipt in laboratory)

Reference Range:

Age Absolute Reticulocyte Range 1 - 3 Days* 77 - 283 K/mm3 4 - 30 Days* 14 - 159 K/mm3 31 - 60 Days* 28 - 201 K/mm3 60 Days - Adult 12 - 130 K/mm3 *Full Term Infant

Comments:

A reticulocyte count can usually be added to any CBC sample <24 hours old.

Methodology:

Flow Cytometry Reticulocyte counts are performed using flow cytometry method. The RNA/DNA in the Reticulocytes is stained and the stained cells are then detected and enumerated on the basis of a two-dimensional distribution of the forward scattered light and lateral fluorescent light.

CPT Code:

85045