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LAB USE ONLY - BRONCHOALVELOLAR LAVAGE CELL DIFFERENTIAL

Message
Collect bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) specimens following standard collection techniques.


Test Code
LAB17111 BAL DIFF


Alias/See Also
BAL DIFF


Instructions
Processing Instructions (Lab use only): Specimens should be received into the laboratory within 1 hour of collection and processed immediately. If processing is delayed, place the specimen in the refrigerator until the time of testing. Minimum Testing Volume: 1 mL Transport Temperature: Ambient Stability: Ambient: 3 hoursRefrigerated : 24 hoursFrozen: Unacceptable Causes for Rejection: Do not automatically reject specimens. Forward to the testing department to be evaluated, regardless if sample is unacceptable.


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


Clinical Significance
1230140203



Last Updated: May 18, 2026


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