Body Fluid Cell Count w/ Diff
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Body fluid
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 4 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Invert several times to prevent clotting.
Additional Information: Indicate specimen source. Specimen is stable and acceptable up to 1 hour after collection at room temperature.
Stability
24 hours Refrigerated
Reference Range
Reference ranges are not established.
Body fluid cell counts include: WBC count, RBC count, and a 5 part differential.
Instrumentation
Sysmex XN 350
Methodology
Automated Cell Counter
Test Schedule/Analytical Time/ Test Priority
Daily / Same day / Available STAT
CPT (s)
89050