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HelpTest Code LAB202 Hematocrit - Body Fluid
Additional Codes
HCT F
Collection:
Specimen: Body Fluid (Specify fluid type on lab request)
Container:
Lavender top tube or lavender microtainer.
Plain sterile containers will also be accepted.
Do not send specimen(s) in CLOT ACTIVATOR TUBES or serum separator tubes.
Volume: > 1 mL
Stability:
Room Temperature: 1 hour
Refrigerated: 24 hours
Frozen at or below -20°C: Unacceptable
Turn Around Time (TAT):
STAT: 1 HOUR
Routine: 2 HOURS
Test Availability:
Daily / 24 Hours / Available STAT
Reference Interval:
Interpretation by physician
Performing Laboratory Section
Urinalysis / UMC MAIN LABORATORY