Test Code PATHOLOGIST REVIEW Morphology Evaluation
Methodology
Manual - Microscopic Examination of Cells
Includes neutrophilic segs, neutrophilic bands, immature cells,
lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils, basophils, erythrocyte
morphology, and platelets.
Performing Laboratory
Decatur Morgan Hospital-Decatur Campus/Parkway Campus
Specimen Requirements
Submit peripheral blood smears. Forward promptly at ambient temperature only.
Note: 1. Please include complete blood count results (if available) and reason for referral.
2. Review submitted at hematology’s discretion or at doctor’s request.
Reference Values
The laboratory will provide an interpretive pathologist report.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
85007 - differential
85060 - blood smear, peripheral