Test Code FLHCT Hematocrit, Body Fluid
Additional Codes
| PathLab | FLHCT |
| Epic ID | LAB202 |
Specimen Requirements
Preferred Collection Container:
Lavender (EDTA)
Collection Information:
Collect fluid in a Lavender (EDTA).
Transport Information:
4.5 mL in 5.0 mL, or 2.7 mL in 3.0 mL
Minimum Sample Volume:
1.4 mL in 5.0 mL, or 0.9 in 3.0 mL or, 0.3 mL in a microtainer
Stability/Transport
| Temperature | Stability | Preferred Transport |
| Refrigerated | 48 hours | X |
| Room Temp | 24 hours |
Unacceptable Conditions
Clotted or hemolyzed specimens rejected
Performing Lab
Pathology Laboratory
Day(s) Performed
Daily
Report Available
1 hour
CPT Code Information
85014