Peripheral Smear Review by Pathologist
Test Code: PSM
CPT Code: 85007
EPIC Code
LAB755
Order Alias 2
path review; PBS; peripheral blood smear; PSMB (BSM)
Specimen Type
EDTA Whole Blood
Pediatric Collection
1 microtainer filled to 500 line
Specimen Container
Lavender EDTA tube
Container Code
LAV
Volume
4 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
1 mL
Patient Prep
No special patient preparation is required.
Unacceptable Conditions
Clotted samples or those containing clots, fibrin strands, or platelet clumps.
Samples that are QNS.
Grossly hemolyzed samples.
Samples drawn above an IV line.
Samples that are QNS.
Grossly hemolyzed samples.
Samples drawn above an IV line.
Temperature
Room Temperature
Refrigerated at 2-8°C
Refrigerated at 2-8°C
Stability
24 hours at RT
36 hours at 2-8°C
36 hours at 2-8°C
Test Includes
n/a
Place of Service
Bon Secours Richmond
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