Test Code LAB1233187 Hematocrit
Performing Laboratory
Peninsula Regional Medical Center - Core Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Capillary
Specimen must arrive in laboratory immediately after collection.
Collect blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) MICROTAINER, and send 0.5 mL of EDTA whole blood. (Clotted or hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.)
Note: 1. Indicate capillary blood.
2. Label specimen appropriately (capillary blood).
Venous
Specimen must arrive within 24 hours of draw.
Draw blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube, and send 4 mL of EDTA whole blood. (Clotted or hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.)
Note: 1. Indicate venous blood.
2. Label specimen appropriately (venous blood).
Reference Values
Males
0-6 days: 52-66%
7-13 days: 45-60%
14 days-1 month: 37-53%
1-2 months: 30-39%
2 months-8 years: 33-45%
9-13 years: 38-48%
≥14 years: 39-54%
Females
0-13 days: 45-60%
14 days-1 month: 37-52%
1-2 months: 30-39%
2 months-8 years: 33-45%
9-13 years: 34-42%
≥14 years: 36-50%
Additional Information
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