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HelpTest Code CSFAN FLUID CELL COUNT/DIFF, CSF
Performing Location
Collection Instructions
Obtain CSF specimen by using standard office protocol
Collection Container
CSF tubes (Myelogram tray not provided by laboratory)
Specimen Required/Volume
4.0 mL
Specimen Type
CSF
Turn-Around Guidelines
Daily upon arrival
Reference Values
0 – 5 Mononuclear cells/cu mm
Method
Light microscopy
CPT
CPT code (s): 89050 - cell count only, -or- 89051 - cell count and Manual Differential
LOINC
34563-7