Hematocrit
Quest Diagnostics
Sample type: Whole blood
Requires fasting: No
Phlebotomy required
Details
This test is particularly useful for individuals who may show symptoms of anemia or have conditions that could lead to anemia.
- Hematocrit
Estimated days for results: Results should be available in 2 - 5 business days after the sample is collected
Details
Hematocrit - A key test for diagnosing anemia, the Hematocrit test measures the proportion of red blood cells in your blood. This test is essential for calculating various blood indices that provide insights into your overall health.
What patients is this test right for?
This test is particularly useful for individuals who may show symptoms of anemia or have conditions that could lead to anemia.
Common Symptoms of Anemia Include:
- Tiredness and fatigue
- Pale or yellowish skin
- Shortness of breath
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Heart palpitations
What type of sample is required for this test?
A sample of whole blood from a full EDTA (lavender-top) tube is needed for this test.
2–4 business days
≤2 Weeks 42.0-65.0 %
1 Month 33.0-55.0 %
2 Months 28.0-42.0 %
6 Months 29.0-41.0 %
2 Years 31.0-41.0 %
6 Years 34.0-42.0 %
12 Years 35.0-45.0 %
Male Female
18 Years 36.0-49.0 % 34.0-46.0 %
>18 Years 38.5-50.0 % 35.0-45.0 %
1 Month 33.0-55.0 %
2 Months 28.0-42.0 %
6 Months 29.0-41.0 %
2 Years 31.0-41.0 %
6 Years 34.0-42.0 %
12 Years 35.0-45.0 %
Male Female
18 Years 36.0-49.0 % 34.0-46.0 %
>18 Years 38.5-50.0 % 35.0-45.0 %
Blood Draw Options with Fullscript
Fullscript offers several convenient phlebotomy options to complete your lab testing:
Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Centers (PSC)
- Location: Visit a nearby Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.
- Cost: $10 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here. Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times. Walk-ins are accepted, but may experience delays. Aim to arrive 10 minutes before your appointment.
- Collection Instructions:
- Bring a valid ID.
- Bring your digital or printed requisition form, available in the Labs tab of your Fullscript account.
- Check-in: Scan the QR code from your confirmation email or follow kiosk instructions.
- More Info: Quest Diagnostics blood draw guide
Getlabs Mobile Phlebotomy
- Location: Sample collection at your home or office.
- Cost: $85 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Availability: Available in most locations – enter your ZIP code during checkout to confirm.
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here through your Fullscript account.
- Collection Instructions:
- Have your digital or printed requisition form and valid ID ready.
- Your phlebotomist will contact you by phone to coordinate arrival.
- More Info: Getlabs blood draw guide
Specimen
- Preferred Specimen(s): Whole blood from a full EDTA (lavender-top) tube
- Alternative: NA
- Minimum Volume: 1 mL
- Collection Instructions: NA
Storage and shipping instructions
- Transport Container: EDTA (lavender-top) tube
- Transport Temperature: Room Temperature
- Specimen Stability:
- Room temperature: 48 hours
- Refrigerated: 48 hours (may cause platelet clumping)
- Frozen: Unstable
- Reject Criteria:
- Gross hemolysis • Clotted • Received frozen
State restrictions:
Patient can't order this test if they are located in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island
