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CSF Cell Count with Differential

Test Code
LAB3061


Alias/See Also
1231400024


CPT Codes
89051

Includes

COLOR, CSF
CSF DESCRIPTION
WBC AVERAGE, CSF
RBC AVERAGE, CSF


Preferred Specimen
Sterile tube/container


Instructions
Collect in a sterile tube/container. Upon collection, immediately bring to the laboratory. Samples should be hand delivered to the laboratory. Do not send through pneumatic tube.


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature. Bring immediately to the laboratory


Reference Range
WBC COUNT AUTOMATED, CSF
Males/Females:
0-1 Month: 0-18 /cmm
1-2 Months: 0-9 /cmm
2 Months and above: 0-5 /cmm
RBC COUNT AUTOMATED, CSF
Males/Females:
0-5 /cmm


Performing Laboratory
CONWAY LABORATORY FORT SMITH LABORATORY LITTLE ROCK LABORATORY NORTH LITTLE ROCK LABORATORY EL DORADO LABORATORY DREW COUNTY LABORATORY


Last Updated: August 26, 2026


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.