Test Code SMEAR Smear, Blood
Performing Laboratory
MaineGeneral Medical Center
Specimen Requirements
Draw blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s), and send 2 mL of EDTA whole blood at ambient temperature only.
Note: Label specimen with patient’s name (first and last), date of birth, date and time of draw, and phlebotomist’s initials.
Reference Values
An interpretative report will be issued by pathologist.
Day(s) Test Performed
Monday - Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
85060