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Department

Haematology

Preferred Sample Type

Reticulocyte Count

Suitable Specimen Types

  • EDTA Whole Blood
1ml minimum

Specimen Transport

Standard transport to laboratory

Sample Preparation

None

Turnaround Time

4 hours

Sample Stability

4°C for 2 days

Reticulocyte Count

General Information

Reticulocytes are immature red blood cells and an increased number would indicate increased marrow activity. This could be seen in conditions such as haemolysis when there is increased red blood cell turnover.

Reference Range

Male 28-105 x 109/L Female: 25-92 x 109/L

Specifications

  • EQA Scheme?: Yes
  • EQA Status: NEQAS, CQAS