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Recommendations when to order or not order the test. May include related or preferred tests.
Methodology
Process(es) used to perform the test.
Cytochemical Stain
Performed
Days of the week the test is performed.
Mon-Fri
Reported
Expected turnaround time for a result, beginning when ARUP has received the specimen.
1-2 days
New York DOH Approval Status
Indicates test has been approved by the New York State Department of Health.
Specimens from New York clients will be sent out to a New York DOH approved laboratory, if possible.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Lavender (EDTA). Immediately invert tube several times following procurement of whole blood.
Specimen Preparation
Transport 5 mL whole blood and 6 unfixed push smears. (Min: 0.1 mL whole blood and 2 unfixed push smears)
Storage/Transport Temperature
Room temperature.
Unacceptable Conditions
Serum or plasma.
Remarks
Most recent CBC report, patient history, clinical indications and physician's name and telephone number are required. An instructional video with more information on how to make an adequate slide can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ca3NwrlpS40&feature=youtu.be
Normal range/expected value(s) for a specific disease state. May also include abnormal ranges.
Interpretive Data
Background 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
Note
Additional information related to the test.
Further information on how to make an adequate slide, in the form of an instructional video, can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ca3NwrlpS40&feature=youtu.be
The 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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