Eosinophils

Label Mnemonic:	EOSNO
Epic code:	LAB1034
Downtime form:	Doctor/Provider Orders - Pathology Core and Specialty Care Nursery

Hematology
6240 RCP
356-3527

Specimen(s):

Other Fluids

Specimen Instructions:

For optimum cell recovery, specimen must be transported immediately after collection.

Collection Medium:

Miscellaneous container; contact laboratory

Minimum:

Nasal swab or sputum - specimen applied to slide X2

Delivery Instructions:

Deliver to laboratory immediately after collection.

Testing Schedule:

0800-1630 Monday through Friday. For additional services, contact Clinical Pathology Resident on-call at pager #3404.

Turn Around Time:

24 hours (upon receipt in laboratory)

Comments:

Nasal swab or sputum - specimen applied to slide X2. Slides must be prepared.

Methodology:

Wright Stain

CPT Code:

89190