Test Code LAB298 Eosinophil Count, Blood

Important Note

An eosinophil count is part of a Complete Blood Count (CBC). Do not order this test if CBC testing is also ordered.

An aid in the diagnosis of allergic conditions and parasitic infections

Automated

Bozeman Health Laboratory Services

Specimen Type: Whole blood

Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA) or lavender top (EDTA) Microtainer

Specimen Volume: 4 mL

Pediatric Volume: 1 full Microtainer

Collection Instructions: If there is a delay in transport of >24 hours, refrigerate specimen and send specimen refrigerated.

Specimen Rejection: Unrefrigerated specimen> 24 hours old. Refrigerated specimen >48 hours old.

Ambient <24 hours/Refrigerated <48 hours

Specimen Type	Temperature	Time
Whole blood (EDTA)	Ambient	24 hours
	Refrigerated	48 hours

ABSOLUTE NUMBER

0.0-0.7 K/uL

PERCENT

0.0%-10.0%

Monday through Sunday

85048