ABSOLUTE LYMPHOCYTE COUNT

General Information

HLAB/HOL Code: ALYM
UPHSM LIS Test #: 3234
Schedule: Daily
Testing Time: 1 day
Testing Lab: UP Health System-Marquette

Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified

Volume: 3ml or 5ml
Temperature: Refrigerate
Tube Type: 1 Lavender Top
Collection Info:
Specimen cannot be over 24 hrs old.

Methods

Automated Hematology Analzyer

Clinical Utilities

Determining the number of lymphocytes/ul rather than a percent of the total count.

CPT Codes

85048

* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

Reference Range

overall ranges (unselected for age)
1.00 - 4.80 x thou/ul