WBC
Test Mnemonic
WBC
CPT Codes
- 85048 - QTY (1)
LOINC ®
6690-2
Aliases
- White Blood Cell Count
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 mL | Whole blood | EDTA (Lavender) | Refrigerated | Fill tube to at least half of fill volume. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated | 48 hours |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |
Days Performed
Sun - Sat
Turnaround Time
8 hours
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Automated Cell Counter |
Clinical Info
Evaluation of peripheral blood white cell count