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HelpTest Code CSFCT Spinal Fluid Cell Count
Specimen Type
Spinal Fluid (CSF)
Collection Volume
1 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
0.5 mL
Collection Instructions
Specimens should be transported immediately to the Clinical Laboratory.
Rejection Criteria
If the fluid contains clots or tissue fragments, the clinician will be informed of the inaccuracy of a cell count and be given the option to cancel the test. Insufficient amount or improperly labelled.
Specimen Storage and Stability
Specimens should be transported immediately to the Clinical Laboratory.
Turn Around Time
4 hours
Lab Department
Hematology
Alias
Spinal Fluid Cell Count with Diff., Fluid; Spinal Fluid Cell Count, Fluid; Spinal Fluid Cell Count; CSF
EPIC Code
LAB212
Acceptable Collection Container
Sterile container
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday, 24 hours