CSF CC DIFF

Cell Count and Differential, Spinal Fluid

EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB2662

Performing Lab:
Saint Luke's Regional Laboratories
Specimen Type:

Spinal fluid collected in a sterile tube without preservative.
Tube # 3 should be sent for the Cell Count and Differential.

Preferred Volume:
1 mL
Collection Procedure:

The specimen should be examined within 1 hour of collection.

CPT Codes:

89051 - Differential CSF (EAP 30020380)
89050 - Cell Count CSF (EAP 30020220)

Test Schedule:
Monday through Sunday
Reference Ranges:

CELL COUNT

0 - 5

mononuclear cells/mm3

DIFFERENTIAL

Polymorphonuclear Leukocytes:

0 - 6

%

Lymphocytes:

40 - 80

%

Monocytes/Macrophages:

15 - 45

%

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