Anatomic Pathology Test Request Form Recommended (ARUP form #32960)
Ordering RecommendationRecommendations when to order or not order the test. May include related or preferred tests.
Aid in differential diagnosis of neutrophilia, including chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) and leukemoid reaction.
MnemonicUnique test identifier.
LAP
MethodologyProcess(es) used to perform the test.
Cytochemical Stain
PerformedDays of the week the test is performed.
Mon-Fri
ReportedExpected turnaround time for a result, beginning when ARUP has received the specimen.
1-5 days
New York DOH Approval StatusIndicates test has been approved by the New York State Department of Health.
This test is New York DOH approved.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Green (sodium or lithium heparin).
Specimen Preparation
Protect both smears and whole blood from light and pack accordingly to avoid breakage. Transport 5 mL whole blood (Min: 1 mL) AND 6 unfixed, well-prepared smears (Min: 6 smears)
Storage/Transport Temperature
Room temperature. Send Sunday through Thursday only. Whole blood must be received within 24 hours of collection; smears must be made within 24 hours of collection and received within 7 days of collection.
Unacceptable Conditions
Specimens collected in EDTA. Poorly prepared smears (too thick or no feather edge). Broken or fixed smears. Specimens that have been spun. Smears made from anything other than heparin. Smears made from blood older than 24 hours. Whole blood not protected from light. Smears not protected from light.
Remarks
Further information on how to make an adequate smear can be found in the following instructional video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ca3NwrlpS40&feature=youtube
Reference IntervalNormal range/expected value(s) for a specific disease state. May also include abnormal ranges.
Female: 33-149 (no units) Male: 22-124 (no units)
Interpretive DataBackground information for test. May include disease information, patient result explanation, recommendations, details of testing, associated diseases, explanation of possible patient results.
Refer to Report
Compliance Category
Standard
NoteAdditional information related to the test.
Hotline History
N/A
CPT CodesThe American Medical Association Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes published in ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory are provided for informational purposes only. The codes reflect our interpretation of CPT coding requirements based upon AMA guidelines published annually. CPT codes are provided only as guidance to assist clients with billing. ARUP strongly recommends that clients confirm CPT codes with their Medicare administrative contractor, as requirements may differ. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. ARUP Laboratories assumes no responsibility for billing errors due to reliance on the CPT codes published.
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AliasesOther names that describe the test. Synonyms.
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