Test Code SCHIS Schistocytes
Clinical Information
Manual RBC morphologic evaluation for schistocytes which can be seen in severe burns, prosthetic heart valves, malignant hypertension, microangiopathic hemolytic anemias (such as TTP, DIC, HUS, and HELLP syndrome), among other clinical conditions.
Synonym
- PSCHISTO
Specimen Required
Preferred Container/Tube: Lavender Top
Acceptable Container/Tube: Lavender Top
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Rejection Due To
- Gross hemolysis
- Clotted specimens
Method Description
Manual
Performing Lab
Clinical Lab UH
Clinical Lab University East
Clinical Lab James
Clinical Lab Martha Morehouse
Clinical Lab Spielman
Clinical Lab West Campus
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Same day/1 day
Reporting Name
Schistocytes
LOINC Code Information
800-3