Retic Count

Clinical Significance

Reticulocyte Count, Automated - Use in evaluating erythropoietic activity.

Test Details

Methodology

Electronic Cell Sizing and Counting/Cytometry/Microscopy

Reference Range(s)

See Laboratory Report

Preferred Specimen(s)

Whole blood full EDTA (lavender-top) tube - mix well by gentle inversion

Alternative Specimen(s)

Whole blood from a full EDTA (tan-top) tube

Minimum Volume

Microtainer 0.5 mL • 1 mL whole blood EDTA tube

Collection Instructions

Maintain specimen at room temperature. If multiple draw, collect EDTA (lavender-top) tube last.

Note: If drawn with lead testing, EDTA (tan-top) is required.

Transport Container

EDTA (lavender-top) tube

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

• Room temperature: 48 hours

• Refrigerated: Not established

• Frozen: Not established

Reject Criteria

Clotted

Setup Schedule

Set up: Mon-Sat (Day shift); Report available: 2 days