Synonyms
Sed Rate; ESR
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
RCHSD Hematology
Epic ID
LAB322
Lab Test Days
As received
Standard TAT
3 Hours
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1.5-3 mL Whole Blood (If being shared w/ CBCD, 2 mL Whole Blood minimum is required)
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Collection Instructions
When collected OFF-SITE, the specimen must be KEPT ON ICE PACK, WET ICE, or in REFRIGERATOR. TRANSPORT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE USING ICE PACK AND INSULATED COOLER. DO NOT PLACE SPECIMEN IN DRY ICE.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp=12 Hours; Refrigerated=24 Hours; Frozen=Unacceptable
Rejection Criteria
EDTA (lavender-top) microtainer
Test Volume Required
3 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
1.5 mL Whole Blood (If being shared w/ CBCD, 2 mL Whole Blood minimum is required)
CPT Codes
85652
Revised
12-23-21
Initials
SA