Test Code LAB2084 Eosinophil Count, Whole Blood
Additional Codes
| Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
|---|---|---|
| TOTAL EOS COUNT | LAB2084 | TOTEO |
Methodology
Impedance and Flow Cytometry with VCS Technology
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.6 mL
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient 24 hours/Refrigerate 48 hours OK/Frozen NO
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Performing Laboratory
| Minnesota | North Dakota | Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Deer River Hospital | Fargo Hospital | Ashland Clinic |
| Duluth Family Medicine Clinic | South University Clinic (Fargo) | Hayward Clinic |
| Ely Clinic | Wahpeton Clinic | Spooner Clinic |
| Fosston Hospital | St. Mary's - Superior Hospital | |
| Grand Rapids Clinic | ||
| Hibbing Clinic | ||
| International Falls Clinic | ||
| Moose Lake Hospital | ||
| Northern Pines (Aurora) | ||
| Park Rapids Clinic | ||
| Sandstone Hospital | ||
| SMDC Clinical Lab (Duluth) | ||
| St. Mary's - Detroit Lakes Hospital | ||
| Virginia Hospital |
Test Classification and CPT Coding
85048
Reference Values
|
EOSINOPHILS: |
0 – 1 month |
0.6 – 0.8 x 109/L |
|
|
1 mo – 150 years |
0.0 - 0.4 x 109/L |