BRH LV CC DIFF
Cell Count and Differential, Bronchoalveolar Lavage
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB2028
Performing Lab:
Saint Luke's Regional Laboratories
Container Type:
Sterile container
Specimen Type:
Body fluid
Preferred Volume:
1 mL
Collection Procedure:
1. Invert several times to mix thoroughly.
2. Indicate the specimen source and site (LLL, LUL, RLL, RML, RUL) on the container and the request form.
Specimen Processing:
The specimen should be examined within 4 hours of collection. If this is not possible, refrigerate the specimen.
CPT Codes:
89051 - Differential Bronch Lavage
86050 - Cell Bronch Lavage
Test Schedule:
Monday through Sunday
Reference Ranges:
Neutrophils
0 - 3 %
Lymphocytes
10 - 15 %
Alveolar Macrophages
85 - 100 %
Eosinophils
0 - 1 %