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HelpTest Code RTIC Reticulocytes, Blood
Necessary Information
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions: Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Benign Hematology Test Request Form (T755) with the specimen.
Useful For
Assessing erythropoietic bone marrow activity in anemia and other hematologic conditions
Method Name
Flow Cytometry
Reporting Name
Reticulocytes, BSpecimen Type
Whole Blood EDTASpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood EDTA | Refrigerated (preferred) | 48 hours | |
| Ambient | 24 hours |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |
| Clotted | Reject |
Performing Laboratory
MCHS- MankatoTest Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
85045
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| RTIC | Reticulocytes, B | 50262-5 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| PRTIC | Reticulocytes, B | 17849-1 |
| ARTIC | Absolute Reticulocyte | 60474-4 |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday