Test Code RET Reticulocyte Count
Clinical Indications
N/A
Additional Test Codes
Epic Order Code: Reticulocyte Count
Sunquest Order Code: RET
Px Order Code: LAB2473
Specimen Collection Type
Preferred: Lavender
Minimum Collection Volume
2 mL
Reference Range
Uncorrected results for:
Newborns 0 – 2 weeks 2.5-6.5%
Adults and children 0.5-2.0%
Absolute reticulocyte counts:
Adults and children 30-94 K/ul
Critical Value
N/A
Interpretation
N/A
Rejection Criteria
Clotted
Specimen Availability for Add-on Testing
72 Hours
Specimen Stability
72 hours
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Performing Lab- Department
TUKHS-BH – Hematology
CPT Code
85045
LOINC Code
14196-0
Test Alias
N/A
Additional Information / Notes
N/A