Eosinophil Count, Absolute
Order Name
EOS CT ABS
Test Number: 0100050
Revision Date 10/31/2019
Test Number: 0100050
Revision Date 10/31/2019
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
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Eosinophil Count, Absolute
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Flow cytometry | 711-2 |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 5 mL (1 mL) | Whole Blood | EDTA (Lavender Top) | Refrigerated |
| Alternate 1 | 1 mL (0.5 mL) | Whole Blood | EDTA (Lavender) Microtainer/Bullet | Refrigerated |
| Instructions | For best results Room temperature specimens should be tested within 24hrs, otherwise send Refrigerated. Refrigerated specimens can be tested up to 48hrs. Specimens received greater than 48hrs old will be canceled. |
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| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Testing Schedule | Daily |
| Expected TAT | 1 Day |
| Clinical Use | Eosinophilia is found in parasitic diseases, allergic diseases, skin disorders, and certain malignancies. |
| CPT Code(s) | 85004 |
| Lab Section | Hematology |