Iron Stain
Test Mnemonic
FESTMS
CPT Codes
- 88313 - QTY (1)
Aliases
- Pappenheimer Body Stain
- Siderocyte Stain
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 - 2 mL | Bronch (BAL) | Sterile container | Ambient | Ambient | Send enough specimen to make 3 smears on glass slides. Label specimen with patient's name, patient number, time and date of collection. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL | Send enough specimen to make 3 smears on glass slides. Label specimen with patient's name, patient number, time and date of collection. |
Days Performed
Mon - Fri
Turnaround Time
1 - 2 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Prussian Blue Reaction |
Reference Range
Clinical Info
Confirm Pappenheimer bodies in a patient with asplenia/hyposplenia.