Test ID: CBC
CBC with Differential, Blood
Useful For 
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
The CBC is used as a screening tool to confirm a hematologic disorder,
to establish or rule out a diagnosis, to detect an unsuspected
hematologic disorder, or to monitor effects of radiation or chemotherapy.
These counts are used as clinical guides in the diagnosis and/or
monitoring of many diseases.
Reflex Tests Lists test(s) that may or may not be performed, at an additional charge, depending on the result and interpretation of the initial test(s)
| Test ID | Secondary ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIFFR | 15591 | Morphology Eval (special Smear) | No | No |
Testing Algorithm Delineates situation(s) when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
For Mayo patients:
A morphology evaluation is performed when the automated 5-part differential is invalid and/or when abnormal results are identified upon microscopic examination.
For Mayo Medical Laboratories patients:
An approval will be requested before the morphologic evaluation is ordered due to the additional charge.
For Mayo patients only:
A consultant evaluation is performed on clinically significant abnormal results identified upon microscopic examination at an additional charge.
Method Name A short description of the method used to perform the test
RF/DC (Radio Frequency/Direct Current) detection method
Hydro Dynamic Focusing (DC Detection), flow cytometry method
(using a semiconductor laser), and SLS
(sodium lauryl sulfate) hemoglobin method
Reporting Name A shorter/abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test; an abbreviated test name
Aliases Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching
Cell Indices
HCT
Hematocrit
Hematology Group, Blood
Hemoglobin Concentration
Hemoglobin, Blood
HGB
Indices
Leukocyte Count
MCHC
MCV
Platelet Count
Platelet Sizing
Platelets
RBC Sizing
Spherocytosis
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