Red Cell Distribution Width

General Information

Name	Information
Code:	T290
Test Name, Short:	RDW
Matrix:	EDTA WB
Turnaround Time:	Daily
Analytical Method:	Sysmex Automated Hematology Analyzer
Reportable - Test Results Type:	Calculated

Specimen Information

Name	Information
Min. Volume:	0.5 mL
Preferred Volume:	3.0 mL
Rejection Criteria:	Sample >96 hours old. Improper labeling, Improper sample handling (Frozen or Hemolyzed), Wrong sample type, Specimen clotted, Outside of stability, Inadequate specimen volume received, Hemolyzed specimens, Samples collected in other than EDTA tubes.
Collection Instructions:	See instructions
Collection Patient Prep:	Following collection, gently invert the sample a minimum of 15-20 times.
Container:	K2 or K3 EDTA
Shipping Temperature:	Ambient