Suitable Sample: |
- EDTA
- LH for some birds and reptiles
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Unsuitable Sample: |
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Minimum Sample Size: |
- 1.0 mL, but prefer 2 mL
- If smear only, WCC will be estimated from the smear
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Turnaround Time: |
- < 3 hours, less if marked URGENT
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Request/Test Included in: |
- WBC & diff
- CBC
- Full coag screen
- CP1, 2, 3, 4
- FP1, 2, 3
- EP1, 2, 3, 4, 5
- RP1, 2
- AP1, 2
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Comments: |
- LH can be used for a CBC, but platelets and WBCs clump.
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