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HelpTest ID NBLD0272 Cell Count and Diff CSF
Specimen Type/Requirements
CSF Tube, CSF
Sterile Container, CSF
Test is not affected by hemolysis or lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 2.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 1.0 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 4 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 4 hours | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Additional Information
White count values may be significantly lowered in specimens
not
tested within 4 hours.
Lab may or may not cancel testing on specimens greater
than
4 hours old.
Methodology
Microscopy
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
89051