| Analyzer |
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| Abbrev |
MCHC |
| Analyte |
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration; Mean Cell Hemoglobin Concentration (*Calc) |
| Department |
Hematology |
| Specimen Type |
Whole Blood |
| Alternate Specimen Type |
N/A |
| Specimen Stability Requirements |
Transport refrigerated within 48 hours after collection |
| Preferred Specimen |
3 mL K2 EDTA Whole Blood |
| Minimum Volume |
1 mL |
| Collection Instructions |
|
| Specimen Instructions |
Whole blood should be collected venous in EDTA-2K or EDTA-3K anticoagulant. Draw the specified amount of blood as per the package insert of the tube used. Invert tubes 8-10 times, do not shake as it may cause foaming or hemolysis. Insufficient, delayed, or inadequate mixing may result in platelet clumping, clotting, and/or incorrect test results. The sample should be analyzed within 4 hours after collection. If it is not possible to analyze the sample within 4 hours, store it in a refrigerator at 2 to 8°C for up to 48 hours. |
| Reasons for Rejection |
Improper labeling; quantity not sufficient for analysis; improper specimen type; expired stability; gross lipemia; hemolysis; clotted specimen. |
| CPT Code |
85025 |
