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HelpTest Code LAB0204412 Hematocrit, Blood
Methodology
Derived by Calculation (HCT = RBC x MCV)
Performing Laboratory
CentraCare Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 2.5 mL
Microtainer: 0.30 ml
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Reference Values
Males
1-30 days: 41.0-60.0%
1-2 months: 31.0-55.0%
3-11 months: 28.0-42.0%
1-2 years: 33.0-43.0%
3-7 years: 33.0-42.0%
8-12 years: 35.7-43.0%
>12 years: 38.7-51.4%
Females
1-30 days: 41.0-60.0%
1-2 months: 31.0-55.0%
3-11 months: 28.0-42.0%
1-2 years: 33.0-43.0%
3-7 years: 33.0-42.0%
8-12 years: 35.7-43.0%
>12 years: 33.9-47.5%
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
85014