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| EPIC Test Code | |
|---|---|
| LAB0269530 | CELL COUNT, CSF (MANUAL) |
Reporting Title
Cell Count, CSF (Manual)
Methodology
Cell count (WBC, RBC)-Microscopy
Differential-Cytospin, Diff-Quik Stain
Performing Laboratory
Rice Memorial Hospital
Specimen Requirements
Specimen/Type: Spinal Fluid
Container/Tube: Sterile screw-capped tubes
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Performed by provider protocol. Unless otherwise stated the testing will be done on Tube #3.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (preferred) ≤2 days/Ambient ≤1 hour
Reference Values
Cell Count: No cells present
Differential: No cells present
Critical Value: Malignant cells seen on smear
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
CPT Coding
89050 - Cell count, miscellaneous body fluids, except blood
Will be changed to 89051 - Cell count and differential, miscellaneous body fluids, except blood; with differential count, if differential added on per RMH lab policy.