Test Code LAB0231548 Reticulocyte Count, Blood

Methodology

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The reticulocyte count is used to measure erythropoietic bone marrow activity in anemia and other hematologic conditions.

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Specimen must arrive within 72 hours of draw.

Specimen Type: Whole blood

Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)

Specimen Volume: 5 mL

Refrigerated (2-8° C) 72 hours/Ambient 24 hours

Percentage:

Females: 0.5-2.2%

Males: 0.4-2.2%

Absolute:

Females: 0.023-0.094 (10)6/uL

Males: 0.019-0.109 (10)6/uL

Immature Reticulocyte Fraction (IRF%):

Females: 0.26-0.52

Males: 0.3-0.54

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