Blood Smear, Technologist Review

Label Mnemonic:	TSM
Epic code:	LAB1014
Downtime form:	Doctor/Provider Orders - Pathology Core and Specialty Care Nursery

Hematology
6240 RCP
356-3527

Specimen(s):

(Wright Stain)

Collection Medium:

Lavender top tube 3 mL (EDTA)

Minimum:

Full draw; 3.0 mL lavender top; (or fingerstick). (May also be added to
a 'Blood Cell Profile' request).

Testing Schedule:

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

Turn Around Time:

24 hours (upon receipt in laboratory)

Comments:

Blood smears are routinely examined by technologists according to the 
criteria listed under 'CBC (Complete Blood Count), Blood'.  However, 
this service is a direct examination by a technologist in response to a 
specific inquiry.  The specific reason for the examination must be 
noted on the requisition.  Examination can be requested on either a 
current CBC or in review of a smear, if available.  The technologist's 
narrative interpretation is reported by computer.

A CBC is necessary to order this pathology slide review.

Methodology:

Wright Stain.

CPT Code:

85008

See also:
CBC (Complete Blood Count), Blood