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Blood Film and Peripheral Smear
Alternative Names/Synonyms
Morphology
Laboratory
Core Laboratory & Transfusion Medicine
Sub-section
Hematology
Specimen Type
Blood
Clinical Significance (If applicable)
Examination of a well-spread, well-stained blood film provides useful information about all the formed elements in the blood.
Collection Requirements
Collection Instructions
Cause for Rejection
Specimen Acceptability and Transport Guidance
Instrument, Methodology
Microscopy
Test Availability
24 hours, 7 days/week.
STAT Turnaround Time
2 hours
Routine Turnaround Time
2-24 hours
Laboratory Contact Information
416-586-4800 Extension 4688
Special Instructions
Call hematology lab x4503 to request Morphology on CBC order
Ordering Practices
Test is reflexed and performed based on CBC results
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