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Test Code LAB2509 Sedimentation Rate

Additional Codes

CPT Code: 85651

Performing Laboratory

TidalHealth Peninsula Regional - Core Laboratory: Hematology

Specimen Requirements

Specimen must be tested within 4 hours of draw if at ambient temperature or within 24 hours of draw if at refrigerated temperature.

 

Draw blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube, and send 4 mL of EDTA whole blood refrigerated. For pediatric specimens, draw 2 full, lavender-top (EDTA) MICROTAINERS. (Clotted or hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.)

Reference Values

Age

(years)

Males

(mm/hour)

Females

(mm/hour)

0-17 ≤10 ≤10
18-49 <15 <20
≥50 <20 <30

 

Additional Information

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