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Peritoneal (Ascites) Fluid power plan
Test CodePeritoneal (Ascites) Fluid [sub-p]
Includes
Cell count and differential, chemistries as selected within powerplan, Microbiology as selected within powerplan, cytology as selected within powerplan.
Preferred Specimen
Peritoneal/ascites fluid. Collect in sterile container, no additives. Send to laboratory immediately upon collection. Cellular elements may begin to deteriorate within 2 hours of collection at room temperature.
Minimum Volume
1 mL of fluid is generally required for each test ordered
Other Acceptable Specimens
Peritoneal lavage, peritoneal dialysate.
Transport Container
Sterile container
Transport Temperature
Room temp or refrigerated
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Do not freeze
Clinical Significance
Laboratory testing on peritoneal fluid aids in a range of differential diagnosis and monitoring of disease. See individual tests within powerplan.
