Bone Marrow, Iron Stain
Test Mnemonic
BMFEST
CPT Codes
- 88313 - QTY (1)
- 85536 - QTY (1)
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Two | Aspirate, bone marrow | Slides | Ambient | Bone marrow aspirate or touch prep. Indicate patient's name on slides. |
Days Performed
Mon - Fri
Turnaround Time
2 - 4 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Prussian Blue Reaction |
Reference Range
| Bone Marrow, Iron Stain | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sex | Age From | Age To | Type | Range | Range Unit |
| Results interpreted by staff |
Clinical Info
Semiquantitation of iron stores