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Latest revision as of 12:12, 12 September 2025

Test performed as part of full blood count

Overview

Department Haematology  
Test Code CBCD
Synonyms MCH
Availability Monday - Sunday, testing routinely available out of hours
Turnaround Time 15 min - 4 hours  
Stability – Add test 24 hours

Specimen Requirements

Specimen  Whole blood
Preferred 4 mL EDTA Purple-Top
Acceptable
Unacceptable Clotted samples

Samples older than 6 hours

Specimen Transportation
Paediatric Requirements   0.5 mL EDTA Microtainer  

Aliquot Requirements

Sample
Preferred Volume
Minimum Volume
Aliquot Transportation

Clinical Information

Reference Intervals Reference range given with report.  
Test Method Sysmex XN-2000  
Advanced Notice Not required  
Patient Preparation Not required  

Comments

Owner Craig Mabbett (Mabbett1)
Last reviewed 12.09.2025
Next review 12.09.2026 (Overdue)