Leukocyte Cytochemistry
Test Mnemonic
LCMIS
CPT Codes
- 88319 - QTY (1)
Performing Laboratory
n/a
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 mL | Whole blood | Sodium or Lithium heparin (Green) | Ambient |
Alternate Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mL | Bone marrow | Sodium or Lithium heparin (Green) | |||
| Four | Slide (s), unstained | Peripheral blood and/or bone marrow smears |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL | Bone marrow | ||||
| 2 mL | Peripheral blood |
Days Performed
Mon - Fri
Turnaround Time
1 - 3 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Microscopy | |
| Stain |
Reference Range
Special Info
Indicate stain(s) desired on test request form. Charge is per stain. Prior consultation is required to determine stain(s) to be performed. Call Client Services at 444-5755.
Clinical Info
Differential diagnosis of leukemia
Clinical Limitation
n/a
Clinical Reference
n/a