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CSF Cell Count

Test Code
CSFCT


Alias/See Also


Spinal Fluid Cell Count with differential




CPT Codes
89051

Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL of CSF


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL of CSF


Instructions
Send to the Laboratory immediately


Transport Container
Sterile container


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: 4 hours
Refrigerated: 24 hours
Frozen: Unacceptable


Methodology
Cell Count / Differential

Setup Schedule
Daily upon receipt


Report Available


Report available in 2 hours






The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.