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Spinal Fluid Cell Count

Message
Differentials are not performed on normal adult samples. Day(s) Test Set Up: Monday through Sunday


Test Code
CSFCNT


CPT Codes
89501

Includes
Includes: Apearance; Color; Differential; Red Blood Cell Estimate; Total Volume; White Blood Cell Count


Preferred Specimen
2.0 mL spinal fluid


Instructions
Specimen must arrive within 1 hour of collection. Maintain sterility and forward prompltly. Refrigerate if prompt delivery is not possible. Note: Unless otherwise specified, this test will be performed on the last tube collected.


Transport Container
CSF kit


Methodology
Microscopic

Reference Range
WBC 0-<1 year: 0-30 cells/uL 1-4 years: 0-20 cells/uL 5 years to puberty: 1-10 cells/uL Adults: 0-5 cells/uL


Clinical Significance
Useful for determining the extent of infection.



Last Updated: January 16, 2020


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.