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Test Code SFCCT Cell Count, Spinal Fluid

Additional Codes

LAB6374

Methodology

Includes appearance, WBC count, RBC count, RBC morphology, color, and WBC differential in percent and actual count, if indicated.

Useful in evaluation of spinal fluid.

Performing Laboratory

St. Mary's Regional Medical Center-Hematology and Coagulation

Specimen Requirements

1 mL of spinal fluid in a screw-capped, plastic vial.  Forward promptly (within 30 minutes of collection).

Note: If cultures, chemistry, or cytology tests are desired, orders must be submitted with separate specimens whenever possible.

Reference Values

WBC:  0-5/mcL

RBC:  None seen

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Available STAT