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Body Fluid

Message
Hematology


Test Code
Body Fluid


Alias/See Also
BLV Pericardial Fluid Pleural Fluid Peritoneal Fluid Synovial Fluid


Includes
Miscellaneous Fluids: Amniotic Fluid Cyst Fluid Paracentesis Thoracentesis HEMATOLOGY Tests on Body Fluids Cell Count and Diff (Cell Count and Diff test page)includes the following five tests: Color Character TNC RB


Preferred Specimen
EDTA or Heparin tube/Sterile Container


Minimum Volume
5.0 mL


Instructions
Specimens should be delivered to the lab STAT.


Setup Schedule
STAT Timed Study ROUTINE See specific test page


Reference Range
For reference ranges (normals) and critical values: -Go to item number 3 on this page (Tests in This Panel) -Select specific test within the panel.




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.