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Reticulocyte

Test Code:

HA0201

Synonym(s):

Specimen Container

EDTA Tube

Specimen Requirement

Whole Blood
Adult: 3 mL blood 
Paediatrics and Neonate: 500 uL blood

Gently invert the tubes several times to prevent clotting. 

Specimen Storage / Transport

Send to laboratory as soon as possible after blood collection at room temperature.

Method

 

Orderable as STAT?

No

Turn Around Time

Stat: 1 hr
Routine: 2 - 3 hrs

Reference Value(s)

Age Group
Reference Ranges
Percentage (%)
Absolute Value (x 109/L)
0 – 3 days
3.47 – 5.40
148.0 – 216.0
4 – 30 days
1.06 – 2.37
51.0 – 110.0
31 – 60 days
2.12 – 3.47
52.0 – 78.0
61 – 180 days
1.55 – 2.70
48.0 – 88.0
6 month – < 2 year
0.99 – 1.82
44.0 – 111.0
2 year - < 6 year
0.82 – 1.45
36.0 – 68.0
6 year - <12 year
0.98  1.94
42.0 – 70.0
≥ 12 year (Male)
0.20 2.00
No reference interval
≥ 12 year (Female)
0.20 2.00
No reference interval
 

Testing Laboratory Location

KKH

Laboratory

Haematology

Contact Number

6394 1373

Day and Time Performed

Daily, 24 hrs

Orderable on CPOE?

Yes

Additional Information

Change History Notes

Others

Keywords

Reticulocyte HA0201
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