Test Code RETIC Reticulocyte Panel, Automated
Methodology
Fluorescent Flow Cytometry
Specimen Requirements
Minimum one full lavender-top (EDTA) tube.
Transport refrigerated within 12 hours of draw.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Reference Values
Reticulocyte %: 0.6-2.6%
Reticulocyte #: 0.03-0.11 × 106
IRF: 1.5-13.7%
Test Classification and CPT Coding
85045
Performing Laboratory
Beebe Healthcare Laboratory
Performing Location
Margaret H. Rollins Laboratory
South Coastal Campus Laboratory
Specialty Surgical Hospital Laboratory