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Cell Count, Routine Analysis, Cerebrospinal Fluid
Test Code29
CPT Codes
89051
Preferred Specimen
Sterile vial(s)
Minimum Volume
Minimum of 0.5 mL of spinal fluid
Instructions
Send entire specimen.
Transport Temperature
Ambient
Methodology
Hemacytometer
Microscope
Cytofuge
Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday
Reference Range
0-10 cells/mm3
Critical value (automatic call-back): >=10 cells/mm3
Critical value (automatic call-back): >=10 cells/mm3
Clinical Significance
Useful for information concerning infectious disease, cerebral hemorrhage, and malignant disease.
Performed By
CoxHealth