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HelpTest Code CFDIFF Differential, CSF
Additional Information
All CSF cytospins on pediatric Medical Oncology patients are sent for pathology review regardless of counts.
Collection Container
CSF
Specimen Required
Spinal fluid
Special Handling Instructions
Specimen should be transported to the laboratory ASAP after collection
Specimen Volume
1 mL
Minimum Specimen Volume
0.5 mL
Reasons for Rejection
Grossly clotted specimen, quantity not sufficient
Methodology
Differential on Wright stain cytospin prep
Days and Times Performed
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Turnaround Time
Test performed upon receipt in laboratory
Units of Measure
%
LOINC Code
29584-0
EMR Interface Order Code
32475