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LAB USE ONLY - CSF CELL DIFFERENTIAL TUBE #1

Message
Collect CSF following sterile collection techniques.


Test Code
LAB17039 CSFDIFF1


Alias/See Also
CSFDIFF1


Instructions
Processing Instructions (Lab use only): Specimens must be processed immediately upon receipt into the lab. Recommended tube for CSF Cell Counts is Tube #3. Minimum Testing Volume: 1 mL Transport Temperature: Refrigerated Stability: Ambient: 4 hoursRefrigerated : 24 hoursFrozen: Unacceptable Causes for Rejection: Do not automatically reject specimens. Forward to the testing department to be evaluated.


Report Available
STAT 2-Hours|Routine 24-Hours|Timed 24-Hours|STAT 1-Hours|Routine 24-Hours|Timed 24-Hours


Clinical Significance
1230140199



Last Updated: May 18, 2026


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