Test Methodology:
Westergren Method
Running Day:
Every Wednesday Cut-off – 12:00 NN
Turn Around Time:
Routine: Two hours
Stat: One (1) hour
Specimen Requirement:
2cc whole blood (sodium citrate - black top)
Patient Preparation:
None
Special Considerations:
Mix by gentle inversion 8 to10 times
Unit Conducting the Service:
Hematology